Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Elements
Patent
1986-03-17
1988-05-17
Smith, Gary L.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Elements
74527, 74475, G05G 104, G05G 506, B60K 2000
Patent
active
047442654
ABSTRACT:
A lever shifting device for a bicycle is provided with a positioning mechanism comprising a positioning member having a plurality of engaging portions and an engaging member engageable with one of the engaging portions. A friction mechanism has friction portions, so that the positioning mechanism and friction mechanism can be switched to each other. The engaging portions and friction portions are disposed in the same plane perpendicular to the axis of rotation of an operating lever, but radially displaced from each other.
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Luong Vinh
Shimano Industrial Company Limited
Smith Gary L.
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