Year: 1886

page_text: Date of Application, 30th Oct., 1886.
Complete Left, 30th July, 1887.
Complete Accepted, 30th Aug., 1887.
I CHARLES KINGSTON WELCH Engineer of High Road Tottenham in the County of
Middlesex do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows
My Invention consists in a new and improved method of making pedal rubbers and
pedals for velocipedes, whereby the grip or hold on the foot of the rider is greatly
increased, besides other improvements hereinafter to be described.
It is well known that the pedal now in general use consisting of two bars of rubber
fastened between two metal plates with a metal tube in the centre through which the
pedal pin or axle revolves, has little or no grip after it has been in use a short time,
owing to the amount of rubber in contact with the foot being so small that little wear
is sufficient to cause the foot to slip on the centre tube or axle between the bars of
rubber, this causes great inconvenience to the rider when working hard, and often an
accident results.
In order to prevent this wear and increase the foot hold on new pedals of this
description, I make a sheath or covering of rubber preferably in the form of a tube
moulded in any desired design, this
stretched or fastened over the rubbers and
centre tube of the ordinary pedal entirely enclosing them between the metal plates,
thus each side of the pedal presents a large surface of rubber to the foot forming a
good grip, which is still more increased by the rubber assuming the exact bend of the
boot on pressure being applied to it, besides preventing all dirt and dust collecting
between the rubber bars, centre tubes or axles, thus facilating the cleaning of the
machine.
Where rubbers bars of the ordinary pedals have become so much worn by use that
the foot slips on the centre tube or axle, I make the rubber sheath or covering similar
to that above described, but thickened in parts in order that the foot may be raised
sufficiently to clear the tube or axle, and also to compensate for wear.
The above rubber sheaths may also be made to suit any form of pedal.
Pedals of various forms may be constructed to accommodate two or more bars of
rubber connected together by webs of rubber, having somewhat the appearance of a
flat tube, these may be fastened between the metal plates by bolts, rods or other means,

page_text: or the metal portion of other pedals may be so constructed that a rubber of a similar
description to the one above can be easily detached by the rider when worn, and others
replaced without necessarily taking the pedal to pieces.
Another form of pedal consists in covering the metal tubes through which the pedal
pins or axles revolve with rubber, preferably in the form of tube moulded in any
desired shape, this of itself would roll under the riders foot, but to prevent this and
also to increase the grip I fix metal arms, rigid or in the form of a spring, one or
more on each side, the ends of which may be roughed or provided with small peices of
rubber, or the arms may be hinged and kept in position by suitable springs, this will
form a light and comfortable pedal.
In all cases these rubbers, sheaths or coverings, may be moulded plain, corrugated,
or with projections, for increasing the hold on the foot or improving the appearance,
they may also be provided with lips of rubber to protect the foot from the metal side
plates, some may be lined with canvas, metal, or other suitable material, in parts
subject to friction, for example, the part covering the centre tube or axle.
The 20th Jove fotobon 1000

page_text: Improvements in Pedals for Velocipedes.
I CHARLES KINGSTON WELCH Engineer of High Road Tottenham in the County of
Middlesex do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the
same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the
following statement:-
My invention consists in a new and improved method of making pedal rubbers and
pedals for velocipedes whereby the grip or hold on the foot of the rider is greatly
increased besides other improvements hereinafter described.
It is well known that the pedal commonly used on velocipedes consisting of two
round bars of rubber fastened between two metal plates with a metal tube in the
centre through which the pedal pin or axle revolves has little or no grip after it has
been in use a short time owing to the amount of rubber in contact with the foot being
so small that little wear is sufficient to cause the foot to slip on the centre tube,
sleeve, or axle, this causes great inconvenience to a rider, especially when working
hard and often an accident results.
In order to prevent the wear above mentioned and increase the foot hold on new or
old pedals of the ordinary type, I make a sheath or slipper of rubber (a) see Fig. 1
and 2) Sheet I preferably in the form of a flat corrugated tube which may be
moulded in any design, this is stretched or fastened over the rubber and centre tube
of the ordinary pedal (b) entirely enclosing them between the metal plates (cc) thus
each side of the pedal presents a large surface of rubber to the foot, forming a good
grip which is still more increased by the rubber assuming the exact bend of the boot.
on pressure being applied to it besides preventing all dirt and dust collecting
between the rubber bars, centre tube or axle thus facilitating the cleaning, I may
make rubber sides in the form of a lip or wall moulded on the sheath or slipper as
shown at (d d) Fig. 2 for increasing the grip and protecting the foot from the metal
side plates.
Where rubber bars of ordinary pedals have become so very much worn by use that
the foot slips on the centre tube or axle I make the rubber sheath or slipper (a) Fig. 3
thickened in parts in order that the foot may be raised sufficiently to clear the centre
tube or axle and also to compensate for wear.
Fig. 4 shows in section a corrugated sheath or slipper (a) similar to that first
described but instead of stretching it on a pedal of the ordinary type I form a pedal
having the exact outer appearance of (Fig. 1) as follows:-Between two suitable
side plates (cc) I braze or otherwise fasten a flat metal tube (preferably steel) (b)
depressed in the middle as shown in the accompanying drawing so as to take a
bearing on the centre tube (e) the rubber sheath or slipper (a) is stretched or fastened

page_text: over the flat tube (b) on the foot being placed on the pedal the depression in the flat
metal tube (6) causes the rubber to assume the exact shape of the boot thereby
giving a good hold or grip; these pedals require no bolts or screws for holding the
rubber, which allows of them being made to weigh much less than hitherto, the rubber
when worn may be replaced by the rider without the necessity of taking to peices, in
other words these rubbers are detachable.
Fig. 5 shows another form of pedal with a detachable rubber. Between the two
metal side plates I braze or otherwise fasten three metal tubes (b. b. e) in (e) revolves
the pedal pin or axle ( ) on (bb) I spring the rubber (a) which is formed in such a
manner as to clasp round the tubes, as shown in the drawing (ff) are the rubber
lips or sides, this forms a simple pedal having a good grip.
Fig. 6 shows an ordinary pedal fitted with a rubber (a) presenting to the foot a
large surface which is corrugated to still further increase the grip or hold, on each
side is formed a lip or wall of rubber shaped to fit the sole of the boot, this not only
protects the foot from the side plates but keeps the foot in position and prevents it
slipping forward which so often causes accidents Fig. 7 shows this rubber in section;
the two bars of rubber (bb) (through which bolts or rods are put to secure them to
the side plates) are connected together by webs of rubber (a) these webs may
be corrugated as shown in drawing or may be embossed or perforated in any
other design (f) shows the rubber sides as before mentioned in reference to
Fig. 6.
Fig. 8 shows another form of the above pedal rubbers but the inside is lined with
canvas to protect the rubber web from cutting on the centre tube or axle.
all cases use this canvas or a similar material where necessary.
I may in
Fig. 9 and 10 Sheet II shows a pedal with a square corrugated rubber (a) fitted
over the centre tube or sleeve in which revolves the pedal pin or axle, this of itself
would roll under the riders foot but to prevent this and to also increase the grip I fit
inetal arms (b) rigid or in the form of a spring one or more on each side, the ends
of these are roughed or pointed as shown in drawings, or I may fit them with small
peices of rubber instead; the arms may in some cases be pointed or hinged and kept
in position by suitable spring or springs, this forms a very light and comfortable
pedal.
Fig. 11 Sheet II shows a further improvement in pedals with rubber lips, walls, or
sides so constructed with the pedal that the rider may if he wishes pull or lift with his
foot and yet be able to release it at any necessary moment.
Fig. 12 Sheet II shows the same pedal but in section; on the pedal pin (a) is fitted
the centre tube or sleeve (b) on which are fitted the pedal plates (cc) between is
fastened the rubber as hereinbefore described the pedal pin (d) and the centre tube (b)
is extended from the pedal plate (c) some distance; on this slides a collar from
which a stud or pin projects, a corresponding stud is also formed on the pedal
plate (d) on these studs pivots two secondary side plates (e. e.) on the inner sides of
which is fastened rolls of soft rubber (f) (hereinafter called the side-rubbers) on the
centre tube or sleeve (b) is cut a thread on which are locked the two adjusting
nuts (9) between these and the sliding collar is fitted a spiral spring (h); (j) are
stops to limit the movement of the side-rubbers; (k) is a set-screw for adjusting the
side-rubbers to the boot. On placing the foot in the pedal the rider slightly pushes
his foot between the side rubbers which being pivoted adjust themselves to the shape
of the foot and grip it just above the sole of the boot.
The various nuts and screws are to adjust the pedal to suit a wide or narrow foot,
the spring (h) is so arranged that the side rubbers are kept in close contact with
the boot.
Fig. 13 Sheet II shows another mode of mounting the side rubbers; on each of the
pedal plates (c. c) I mount studs which may be adjustable laterally to suit various
widths of shoe, on these are fitted the knuckle joints (l. 1.) from which bent rods
(shown by dotted lines) extend each side the pedal, on these are fitted peices of soft
round rubber ( ) the pedal plates ( ) are bent outward and upward on each of
which is attached the spiral springs ( ) these connect with the bent rods carrying

page_text: the side-rubbers and keep them pressed tight to the boot acting in a similar way to
Fig's. 11 and 12.
Fig. 14 Sheet II shows a side-rubber mounted on a spring attached to the pedal
plate of an ordinary pedal.
Pedals as described in reference to Fig's. 11, 12, 13 and 14 may be used on
all cycles, but are especially useful for those class of machines now known as
Dicycles.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my Invention, and
in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I claim is :-
1st. A plain corrugated, perforated or embossed rubber sheath or slipper for
pedals, as and for the purpose described herein in reference to Fig's. 4 and 5.
2nd. A pedal consisting of a flat metal tube depressed in the middle and having
rubber sheath or covering substantially as described in reference to Fig. 4 of the
drawings.
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3rd. The node of making pedals with detachable rubbers as herein described in
reference to Fig's. 4 and 5 of the drawings.
4th. In a pedal connecting two bars of rubber together by plain, corrugated or
embossed webs of rubber as herein described in reference to Fig's. 6. 7 and 8 of the
drawings.
5th. In a pedal fitting or fastening over the centre tube or sleeve a rubber in
combination with rigid, spring or jointed arms having roughed, pointed or rubbered
ends as herein described with reference to Fig's. 9 and 10 Sheet II of the accompanying
drawings.
6th. The application of rubber lips, walls or sides, either moulded on the main
rubbers, or detached, for the purpose of increasing the grip or hold on the foot and
protecting the foot from the side plates as herein set forth and described in reference
to Fig's. 2. 5. 6. 7. 11. 12. 13 and 14.
7th. In pedals for velocipedes fitting rubber sides on studs, pivots or springs or
acted on by springs with the means for lateral adjustment as shown in Figs. 11. 12.
13 and 14 of the drawings.
8th. The improved pedals and pedal rubbers substantially as herein described with
any mere modification thereof.
Dated this 20th dox of Tulu 1007