18637536. REACTION FORCE APPLYING DEVICE simplified abstract (DENSO CORPORATION)
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REACTION FORCE APPLYING DEVICE
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Inventor(s)
Takuto Kita of Kariya-city (JP)
Noriyuki Inagaki of Kariya-city (JP)
REACTION FORCE APPLYING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18637536 titled 'REACTION FORCE APPLYING DEVICE
The abstract describes a patent application for a reaction force applying device that can be attached to a vehicle. The device includes an actuator, a lever, a connected part, and a connecting part to apply a reaction force to a pedal against a driver's stepping force.
- Actuator housing attachable to a vehicle
- Actuator housed within the actuator housing
- Lever in the actuator housing to receive driving force from the actuator
- Lever contacts an arm that rotates with a pedal
- Capable of applying a reaction force to the pedal against the driver's stepping force
- Connected part in a pedal housing
- Connecting part in the actuator housing connected to the connected part
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for enhancing driving experience - Sports vehicles for improved performance - Rehabilitation equipment for physical therapy purposes
Problems Solved: - Provides a mechanism to apply a reaction force to a pedal - Enhances control and stability in driving situations - Improves the efficiency of physical therapy exercises
Benefits: - Increased safety and control for drivers - Enhanced performance in sports vehicles - Improved rehabilitation outcomes for patients
Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Reaction Force Applying Device for Vehicles" This technology can be utilized in the automotive industry to improve driving experience, in sports vehicles for enhanced performance, and in rehabilitation equipment for better physical therapy outcomes. The market implications include increased safety, control, and efficiency in various applications.
Questions about Reaction Force Applying Device: 1. How does the reaction force applying device improve driver control? 2. What are the potential market opportunities for this technology in the automotive industry?
Original Abstract Submitted
A reaction force applying device includes an actuator housing, an actuator, a lever, a connected part, and a connecting part. The actuator housing is attachable to a vehicle. The actuator is provided in the actuator housing. The lever is provided in the actuator housing to be rotatable by receiving a driving force from the actuator, to contact an arm that rotates with a pedal, and to be capable of applying a reaction force to the pedal against a driver's stepping force. The connected part is provided in a pedal housing, and the connecting part is provided in the actuator housing and connected to the connected part.
