Harvesters – Gang – Rotating cutting reel
Patent
1995-08-16
1998-02-03
Reese, Randolph A.
Harvesters
Gang
Rotating cutting reel
56 113, 56 119, 56 147, 56 167, 180170, 180272, B60K 2600
Patent
active
057131899
ABSTRACT:
An interactive braking system for an electric mower is comprised of an directional control that is connected to a cam follower that, in turn, engages a brake lever. A linkage system connects the brake lever to a brake caliper assembly which is operable to engage a disc connected to an input shaft of a transaxle of a riding mower. The interactive braking system is designed to allow the operator to optimize control of the mower during slow speed operation, for example, when traversing the crown of a green or going down a hill. During these conditions, the directional control can be articulated to a slow speed position thus proportionally engaging the brake assembly. Increased braking force is realized the closer the directional control approaches the neutral position, i.e., zero throttle. The interactive braking system provides for enhanced control of the mower during slow speed operation of both forward and rearward movement of the mower. An electronic throttle control system is connected to the directional control and produces a signal proportional to the direction and speed desired by the operator. Alternative embodiments of the interactive braking system include using drum brakes, hydraulically actuated brakes or electronically controlled brakes either alone or in combination with a mechanical brake.
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Novosad Christopher J.
Ransomes America Corporation
Reese Randolph A.
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