Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Foot operated
Patent
1997-01-15
1999-06-29
Luong, Vinh T.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Foot operated
74560, G05G 114
Patent
active
059163305
ABSTRACT:
A brake pedal assembly includes a two-piece pedal having an upper arm 44 and a lower arm 46 pivotably mounted with respect to each other and drivingly engaging a brake actuator piston rod 26. The upper arm 44 is cable connected to a brake actuator assembly 20 and is ineffective to transmit compressive loads longitudinal of the vehicle. Imposition of intrusive forces longitudinal of the vehicle can pivot the lower arm 46 upwardly toward a horizontal position.
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Ford Global Technologies Inc.
Luong Vinh T.
Stock Daniel M.
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