Patent ID: 6758114
Filing Date: 2004-07-06
Classification: G05G,Y10T

Abstract:
A control pedal assembly comprising, in combination:a support structure; a pedal arm pivotally mounted to the support structure and carrying a pedal; an electronic throttle control including a sensor operatively connected to the support structure and the pedal arm, the sensor providing electronic signals responsive to movement of the pedal arm relative to the support structure; a hysteresis device adapted to generate a desired feel in response to pivotal movement of the pedal arm, wherein the hysteresis device comprises a plunger movable within a chamber between an extended position and a depressed position upon rotation of the pedal arm and at least one spring member resiliently biasing the plunger to the extended position; wherein the plunger has a plurality of deflectable prongs to resist pivotal movement of the pedal arm; and an insert located between the plunger and the at least one spring member to equalize forces from the at least one spring member on the plurality of resiliently deflectable prongs.