Motor vehicles – Manually actuated controlling devices – Multiple vehicle functions controllable by single device
Patent
1982-09-22
1984-10-16
Peters, Jr., Joseph F.
Motor vehicles
Manually actuated controlling devices
Multiple vehicle functions controllable by single device
74471R, 74471XY, 123352, 180 651, 180 658, 180170, 180178, 318628, 318663, 364424, 364426, B60K 3100
Patent
active
044769547
ABSTRACT:
A remote controller is disclosed for controlling the throttle, brake and steering mechanism of a conventional motor vehicle, with the remote controller being particularly advantageous for use by severely handicapped individuals. The controller includes a remote manipulator which controls a plurality of actuators through interfacing electronics. The remote manipulator is a two-axis joystick which controls a pair of linear actuators and a rotary actuator, with the actuators being powered by electric motors to effect throttle, brake and steering control of a motor vehicle adapted to include the controller. The controller enables the driver to control the adapted vehicle from anywhere in the vehicle with one hand with minimal control force and range of motion. In addition, even though a conventional vehicle is adapted for use with the remote controller, the vehicle may still be operated in the normal manner.
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Ciciora John A.
Johnson Dale R.
Hill Mitchell J.
Johnson Engineering Corporation
Peters Jr. Joseph F.
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