Patent ID: 8459613
Filing Date: 2013-06-11
Classification: G05G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A drive system for a potentiometer control mechanism, comprising: a cam having a top end and a bottom end, a substantially rounded front surface, and a back surface, at least one cam bracket; wherein the top end of said cam is pivotally connected with said cam bracket; a capstan assembly, divided longitudinally into at least two parts capable of being selectively mated, wherein one part has a longitudinal hollow portion capable of selectively engaging with a potentiometer shaft; a strap, having two ends, with a pair of substantially parallel extensions at one end and a single extension at the opposite end, wherein the ends of said strap are held between the parts of said capstan assembly and said strap is disposed about said capstan assembly and said cam; a strap bracket that couples with the back surface of said cam, and wherein said strap is positioned between the back surface of said cam and said strap bracket.