Foot lever device for a vehicle

Abstract

Foot lever device for a vehicle, comprising a bearing block (2), a foot lever (4) pivotable relative to the bearing block (2) about a foot lever axis (3) extending in a transverse direction (y), a tilting element (6) pivotably mounted on the bearing block (2) about a tilting axis (5) extending parallel to the foot lever axis (3), on which the foot lever (4) is pivotably mounted about the foot lever axis (3), at least one latch (28) by means of which the tilting element (6) is locked to the bearing block (2) in an operating position, so that pivoting of the tilting element (6) about the tilting axis (5) relative to the bearing block (2) is prevented, and at least one unlocking actuator (29) by means of which the locking effected by the at least one latch (28) can be released.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a foot lever device for a vehicle, comprising a bearing block and a foot lever pivotable relative to the bearing block about a foot lever axis extending in a transverse direction.

[0002] A foot lever device with a bearing block and a foot lever pivotably mounted on this block about a foot lever axis is known from the prior art. A mechanism is provided which, after an impact of a force (e.g., pyrotechnic), releases the bearing position of the pedal lever and engages it in a different position. This is intended to ensure that, in the event of a crash, pedal intrusion towards the rider is reduced or minimized.

[0003] The well-known foot lever device comprises a relatively large number of components and is therefore complex to assemble.

[0004] Based on this, the invention is primarily aimed at creating a foot lever device consisting of as few components as possible, by means of which pedal intrusion towards the driver can be kept to a minimum in the event of a crash.

[0005] This problem is solved according to the invention by a foot lever device according to claim 1. Preferred embodiments of the invention are given in the dependent claims and in the following description.

[0006] A foot lever device for a vehicle, comprising a bearing block and a foot lever pivotable relative to the bearing block about a foot lever axis extending in a transverse direction, is further developed according to the invention in particular by a tilting element pivotably mounted on the bearing block about a tilting axis extending parallel to the foot lever axis, on which the foot lever is pivotably mounted about the foot lever axis, at least one latch by means of which the tilting element is locked to the bearing block in an operating position, so that pivoting of the tilting element about the tilting axis relative to the bearing block is prevented, and at least one, preferably pyrotechnic, unlocking actuator by means of which the locking effected by the at least one latch can be released, in particular such that pivoting of the tilting element, preferably in a tilting element pivoting direction, advantageously from the operating position, about the tilting axis relative to the bearing block is possible.

[0007] By incorporating the tilting element, the foot lever no longer needs to be caught, thus eliminating the components required for this purpose. The foot lever device according to the invention can therefore be constructed relatively simply.

[0008] The transverse direction corresponds, for example, to a vehicle transverse direction or at least approximately to a vehicle transverse direction. Preferably, the tilting axis is spaced at a distance from the foot lever axis. Preferably, the foot lever axis, particularly in the operating position, is arranged below or below the tilting axis. The expression "at least one" also includes, in particular, the meaning of "one" or "exactly one".

[0009] According to an advantageous embodiment, at least one bearing block stop and at least one tilting element stop are provided on the bearing block and the tilting element, respectively. When the locking mechanism is released, the tilting element can be pivoted about its tilting axis, preferably in the tilting element pivot direction, and particularly by a predetermined pivot angle, advantageously from the operating position, against the at least one bearing block stop. Thus, for example, particularly when the locking mechanism is released, a pivoting movement of the tilting element, advantageously starting from the operating position, can be limited to the specified pivot angle. The predetermined pivot angle is, in particular, a maximum pivot angle.

[0010] According to an advantageous embodiment, one or more locking holes are provided in the at least one tilting element stop, into which the at least one bolt engages or passes, particularly in the operating position of the tilting element. The at least one bolt is, in particular, mounted on the bearing block. Since the aforementioned locking hole is provided in the tilting element, this locking hole is also referred to, for example, as the tilting element-side locking hole.

[0011] According to an advantageous embodiment, the tilting element is pivotably mounted on the bearing block about the tilting axis by means of a tilting element bearing element. Preferably, the tilting element comprises the tilting element bearing element. In particular, the tilting element bearing element extends in the transverse direction and / or in the direction of the tilting axis. Preferably, the tilting axis runs centrally through the tilting element bearing element. The tilting element bearing element is made, for example, of solid material. Alternatively, the tilting element bearing element is designed, for example, as a tube or at least partially hollow. Advantageously, the tilting element bearing element forms a cylindrical or circular cylindrical body. The tilting element bearing element forms, in particular, a bearing bolt, which is also referred to, for example, as a tilting element bearing bolt. Preferably, the tilting element is made of metal, in particular of a ferrous material such as steel.Preferably, the tilting element bearing element is made of metal, in particular of an iron material such as steel.

[0012] According to an advantageous embodiment, the tilting element comprises two side walls, preferably parallel and opposite each other, particularly in the transverse direction. These side walls are also referred to, for example, as tilting element side walls. Preferably, the tilting element side walls extend perpendicular to the tilting axis. Preferably, the tilting element side walls are flat or substantially flat. For example, the tilting element side walls are triangular or approximately triangular. Advantageously, the tilting element side walls are connected to each other by the tilting element bearing element, particularly rigidly and / or securely. Preferably, the tilting element side walls are made of metal, particularly of a ferrous material such as steel. For example, the tilting element side walls are made of sheet metal such as steel sheet.In particular, the tilting element side walls are integrally formed with the tilting element and / or with the tilting element bearing element.

[0013] According to an advantageous embodiment, the tilting element side walls are connected to each other by a tilting element connecting element, in particular fixedly and / or rigidly. Preferably, the tilting element includes the tilting element connecting element. Preferably, the tilting element connecting element extends in the transverse direction and / or in the direction of the tilting axis. Advantageously, the tilting element connecting element is made of metal, in particular of a ferrous material such as steel. For example, the tilting element connecting element is and / or forms and / or includes the tilting element bearing element. For example, the tilting element connecting element is integrally formed with the tilting element and / or with the tilting element bearing element and / or with the tilting element side walls.

[0014] Preferably, the tilting element connecting element and / or the tilting element bearing element are arranged, in particular each, between the tilting element side walls. Preferably, the tilting element connecting element and / or the tilting element bearing element extend, in particular each, between the tilting element side walls. Advantageously, the tilting element connecting element and / or the tilting element bearing element extend, in particular each, through the tilting element side walls.

[0015] Preferably, the bearing block comprises a bearing area in which the tilting element is pivotably mounted on the bearing block about the tilting axis. Preferably, a tilting element bearing recess, extending preferably through the bearing block and in the bearing area of ​​the bearing block, is provided in the bearing block and / or in the bearing area of ​​the bearing block. Advantageously, the tilting element bearing element is located within the tilting element bearing recess and / or the tilting element bearing element extends, for example, through the tilting element bearing recess. Preferably, the bearing area of ​​the bearing block is arranged, particularly at least partially, between the side walls of the tilting element. For example, the tilting axis runs through the bearing area of ​​the bearing block. Preferably, the tilting element bearing recess extends through the bearing area of ​​the bearing block.Preferably, the bearing block and / or the bearing area of ​​the bearing block, in particular each, are made of plastic, preferably a thermoplastic material such as polyamide. Advantageously, this plastic is reinforced with fibers, for example, glass fibers. In particular, the bearing area of ​​the bearing block is formed integrally with the bearing block.

[0016] According to an advantageous embodiment, the bearing block, particularly in its bearing area, comprises two side walls, preferably parallel and opposite each other, which are also referred to as bearing block side walls. Preferably, the bearing block side walls extend perpendicular to the transverse direction and / or the tilting axis. Preferably, the bearing block side walls are flat or substantially flat. Advantageously, the bearing block side walls are arranged, particularly at least partially, between the tilting element side walls. For example, the tilting axis passes through the bearing block side walls. In particular, the tilting element bearing recess extends through the bearing block side walls. Preferably, the bearing block side walls are made of plastic, preferably a thermoplastic material such as polyamide.This plastic is advantageously reinforced with fibers, for example glass fibers. In particular, the bearing block side walls are integrally formed with the bearing block and / or with the bearing area of ​​the bearing block.

[0017] Preferably, the bearing block, particularly in its bearing area, comprises a bearing block connection section that firmly connects the bearing block side walls. Preferably, the bearing block connection section extends transversely and / or in the direction of the tilting axis. Advantageously, the bearing block connection section extends between the bearing block side walls. Preferably, the bearing block connection section is arranged, particularly at least partially, between the bearing block side walls and / or between the tilting element side walls. Preferably, the tilting axis runs through the bearing block connection section. Advantageously, the tilting element bearing recess extends through the bearing block connection section. Preferably, the bearing block connection section is made of plastic, preferably a thermoplastic material such as polyamide. Advantageously, this plastic is reinforced with fibers, for example, glass fibers.In particular, the bearing block connection section is integrally formed with the bearing block and / or with the bearing area of ​​the bearing block and / or with the bearing block side walls.

[0018] According to an advantageous embodiment, a curved elongated hole is provided in at least one of the bearing block side plates, wherein a engagement element is provided on at least one of the tilting element side plates, preferably adjacent to the at least one bearing block side plate, projecting transversely from this and engaging in or passing through the elongated hole. The engagement element and the elongated hole, for example, form a guide for the tilting element.

[0019] Preferably, the curved elongated hole extends along a circular arc around the tilting axis. Preferably, an end of the elongated hole, particularly one facing away from or below the operating position, and / or a region or contact area of ​​the bearing block that limits the end of the elongated hole, particularly one facing away from or below the operating position, forms one or more bearing block stops. Advantageously, the curved elongated hole extends transversely into and / or through the at least one bearing block side plate.

[0020] Preferably, the at least one engagement element extends in the transverse direction. Preferably, the at least one engagement element forms one or the at least one tilting element stop. Advantageously, the at least one tilting element side plate is adjacent to the at least one bearing block side plate.

[0021] According to an advantageous embodiment, the tilting element is provided with at least one locking hole, in particular on the side of the tilting element, into which the at least one bolt engages or passes through, in particular in the operating position of the tilting element, wherein the at least one bolt is preferably mounted on the bearing block and / or on the at least one side wall of the bearing block.

[0022] According to an advantageous embodiment, the at least one locking hole, particularly on the tilting element side, is provided in the engagement element of the at least one tilting element side panel. Preferably, the at least one locking bolt is mounted on the at least one bearing block side panel.

[0023] According to an advantageous embodiment, the at least one bearing block side panel has, preferably on its side facing the other bearing block side panel, at least one bolt receptacle, preferably sleeve-shaped, which is connected to the bearing block, in particular fixedly and / or rigidly, and which is divided into two, preferably spaced apart, sections by the elongated hole of the at least one bearing block side panel. This bolt receptacle includes, in particular, a locking hole on the bearing block side in which the at least one bolt is inserted. Preferably, the engagement element of the at least one tilting element side panel, in particular with its tilting element-side locking hole, is arranged between the sections of the bolt receptacle and / or at the distance between the sections of the bolt receptacle.

[0024] The at least one unlocking actuator is preferably a pyrotechnic unlocking actuator. This allows, for example, an unlocking duration of 20 ms, 10 ms, or less. Additionally or alternatively, the at least one unlocking actuator is, for example, an electric, electromagnetic, pneumatic, and / or hydraulic actuator. In particular, the at least one unlocking actuator comprises a pyrotechnic propellant charge and / or a gas generator, preferably chemical, by means of which, for example, a propellant gas for actuating the at least one unlocking actuator can be generated. Advantageously, the at least one unlocking actuator is electrically controllable. A pyrotechnic actuator or unlocking actuator is known, for example, from AT 11 267 U1 and EP 4 058 676 B1.According to an advantageous embodiment, the at least one unlocking actuator is provided on the bearing block and / or on the at least one bearing block side wall.

[0025] The at least one locking mechanism is, for example, a pin or bolt. In particular, the at least one locking mechanism is connected to the at least one unlocking actuator. Preferably, the at least one locking mechanism is associated with the at least one unlocking actuator. Preferably, the at least one unlocking actuator comprises the at least one locking mechanism. Preferably, the at least one locking mechanism is made of metal, in particular of a ferrous material such as steel. Alternatively, the at least one locking mechanism is made, for example, of plastic or a combination of metal and plastic.

[0026] According to an advantageous embodiment, a curved elongated hole is provided in each bearing block side plate. Preferably, a engagement element is provided on each tilting element side plate, projecting transversely from the respective tilting element side plate and engaging in or passing through the elongated hole of an adjacent bearing block side plate.

[0027] Preferably, the foot lever device comprises several, preferably two, latches by means of which, in particular, each latch locks the tilting element to the bearing block in the operating position, in particular such that pivoting of the tilting element about the tilting axis relative to the bearing block is prevented. Advantageously, the foot lever device comprises a release actuator for each latch, by means of which the locking effected by the respective latch can be released.

[0028] According to an advantageous embodiment, each engagement element is provided with a locking hole, particularly on the tilting element side, into which one of the bolts engages or passes, particularly in the operating position of the tilting element, wherein each bolt is preferably mounted on the bearing block and / or on one of the bearing block side plates. In particular, one of the bolts is mounted on each bearing block side plate.

[0029] According to an advantageous embodiment, each bearing block side panel has, preferably on its side facing the other bearing block side panel, a bolt receptacle, preferably sleeve-shaped, which is connected to the bearing block, in particular fixedly and / or rigidly, and which is divided into two, preferably spaced apart, sections by the elongated hole of the respective bearing block side panel. This bolt receptacle includes, in particular, a locking hole on the bearing block side in which the respective bolt or one of the bolts is inserted. Preferably, each engagement element and / or the engagement element of each tilting element side panel, in particular with its tilting element-side locking hole, is arranged between the sections of the bolt receptacle and / or at the distance between the sections of the bolt receptacle of the respective and / or the adjacent bearing block side panel.

[0030] Each unlocking actuator is preferably a pyrotechnic unlocking actuator. Additionally or alternatively, each unlocking actuator is, for example, an electric, electromagnetic, pneumatic, and / or hydraulic actuator. In particular, each unlocking actuator comprises a pyrotechnic propellant charge and / or a gas generator, preferably chemical, by means of which, for example, a propellant gas can be generated to actuate the respective unlocking actuator. Advantageously, each unlocking actuator is electrically controllable. According to an advantageous embodiment, each unlocking actuator is provided on the bearing block and / or on one of the bearing block's side plates. Preferably, each unlocking actuator is provided on the bearing block's side plate on which the respective bolt is mounted.

[0031] Each latch is, for example, a pin or bolt. In particular, each latch is connected to the respective unlocking actuator. Preferably, each latch is assigned to the respective unlocking actuator. Preferably, each unlocking actuator comprises the respective latch. Preferably, each latch is made of metal, in particular of a ferrous material such as steel. Alternatively, each latch is made, for example, of plastic or a combination of metal and plastic.

[0032] The tilting element is preferably designed symmetrically with respect to a central plane extending transversely to the transverse direction and / or the tilting axis. Advantageously, the bearing area of ​​the bearing block is preferably designed symmetrically with respect to the central plane extending transversely to the transverse direction and / or the tilting axis.

[0033] The foot lever is preferably pivotably mounted on the tilting element and / or on the tilting element's side walls by one or more, for example, two, foot lever bearing elements about the foot lever axis. Each foot lever bearing element extends, in particular, in the transverse direction and / or in the direction of the foot lever axis. Preferably, the foot lever axis runs centrally through each foot lever bearing element. Each foot lever bearing element is made, for example, of solid material. Alternatively, each foot lever bearing element is designed, for example, as a tube or at least partially hollow. Advantageously, each foot lever bearing element forms a cylindrical or circular cylindrical body. In particular, each foot lever bearing element is rigidly or rotationally rigidly connected to the foot lever. Preferably, the foot lever is made of metal, in particular of an iron-based material such as steel.Preferably, the foot lever bearing element or elements are made of metal, in particular of an iron material such as steel.

[0034] The foot lever bearing element(s) is preferably arranged between the tilting element side plates. For example, the foot lever bearing element(s) extends between the tilting element side plates. Preferably, the foot lever bearing element(s) extends through the tilting element side plates or through one or at least one of the tilting element side plates. The foot lever bearing element(s) particularly form a foot lever bearing pin. The number of foot lever bearing elements is, for example, one or two.

[0035] Preferably, the foot lever includes a bearing area. Preferably, the foot lever is pivotably mounted on the tilting element in its bearing area about the foot lever axis. Advantageously, the foot lever bearing element(s) is provided in the bearing area of ​​the foot lever. For example, the bearing area of ​​the foot lever is arranged, particularly at least partially, between the side walls of the tilting element.

[0036] For example, the foot lever bearing element extends through the foot lever and / or through the bearing area of ​​the foot lever. Alternatively, the foot lever bearing elements are provided, for example, on opposite sides of the foot lever and / or the bearing area of ​​the foot lever, particularly in the transverse direction. In this case, the foot lever bearing elements form, for example, axle stubs.

[0037] Preferably, the foot lever comprises an actuation area, which is provided at, or formed by, an end of the foot lever, preferably one facing away from the foot lever axis and / or the bearing area of ​​the foot lever, and which is, in particular, a free end of the foot lever. Advantageously, a footplate is provided in the actuation area and / or at the end of the foot lever, preferably one facing away from the foot lever axis and, in particular, a free end, which is, in particular, fixedly and / or rigidly connected to the foot lever. Preferably, the bearing area of ​​the foot lever forms one, in particular another, preferably free, end of the foot lever. For example, the foot lever extends, in particular transversely to the foot lever axis, from its bearing area and / or from the foot lever axis to its actuation area. Advantageously, the footplate is made of metal, in particular of a ferrous material such as steel.

[0038] A coupling element is preferably mounted or mountable on the foot lever. In particular, the foot lever is connected or connectable to an actuating device via the coupling element. The coupling element is, for example, rod-shaped and can also be referred to as a coupling rod or push rod. Advantageously, a through-hole is provided in the bearing block through which the coupling element can be, for example, passed. The coupling element is preferably made of metal, in particular of a ferrous material such as steel. The actuating device is, for example, a brake booster. The foot lever is, in particular, a brake pedal.

[0039] Preferably, a bearing shell is provided on the foot lever in which an end of the coupling element facing the foot lever is or can be mounted. The bearing shell is preferably made of plastic. Advantageously, the end of the coupling element facing the foot lever is spherical. The bearing shell forms, for example, a spherical cup.

[0040] The invention is described below with reference to a preferred embodiment and the drawing. The drawing shows: Fig. 1 a side view of a foot lever device according to one embodiment, Fig. 2 a perspective partial view of the rear of the foot lever device, Fig. 3 a perspective partial view of a front of the foot lever device, Fig. 4 a front view of a tilting element of the foot lever device, Fig. 5 a side view of a bolt receptacle, a bolt, an unlocking actuator and an engagement element of the tilting element in a locked state of the tilting element and Fig. 6 a side view of the bolt receptacle, the bolt, the unlocking actuator and the engagement element of the tilting element in an unlocked state of the tilting element.

[0041] From the Fig. Figures 1 to 3 show different views and partial views of a foot lever device 1 for a vehicle according to one embodiment, wherein the foot lever device 1 has a bearing block 2, a foot lever 4 pivotable relative to the bearing block 2 about a foot lever axis 3 extending in a transverse direction y, and a tilting element 6 pivotably mounted on the bearing block 2 about a tilting axis 5 extending parallel to the foot lever axis 3, on which the foot lever 4 is pivotably mounted about the foot lever axis 3. A footplate 8, fixedly connected to the foot lever 4, is provided at a free end 7 of the foot lever 4 facing away from the foot lever axis 3, wherein the free end 7 of the foot lever 4 forms, in particular, an actuation area of ​​the foot lever 4. Furthermore, a region of the foot lever 4 through which the foot lever axis 3 passes forms, in particular, a bearing area 9 of the foot lever 4. The bearing area 9 of the foot lever 4 is, for example,The foot lever 4 is provided at an end opposite the free end 7. The foot lever 4 is preferably a brake pedal. The direction of actuation of the foot lever 4 is indicated in particular by arrow 37.

[0042] A coupling element 10, for example in the form of a push rod, is preferably mounted on the foot lever 4. This coupling element connects the foot lever 4 to an actuated device 11, such as a brake booster, which is also only shown schematically. The bearing block 2 and the device 11 are arranged, in particular, on opposite sides of a firewall 12 of the vehicle, which is also only shown schematically. A through-hole 13 is preferably provided in the bearing block 2, through which, for example, the coupling element 10 is or can be passed. Furthermore, a bearing shell 14 is preferably provided on the foot lever 4, in which, for example, a preferably spherical end of the coupling element 10 facing the foot lever 4 is mounted or can be mounted.

[0043] The tilting element 6 has two side cheeks 15 and 16 opposite each other in the transverse direction y, which are also referred to as tilting element side cheeks, and a tilting element bearing element 17 that firmly connects these side cheeks together, by means of which the tilting element 6 is pivotably mounted about the tilting axis 5 in a bearing area 18 of the bearing block 2 arranged between the tilting element side cheeks 15 and 16. Preferably, the tilting element bearing element 17 extends through a tilting element bearing recess provided in the bearing area 18 of the bearing block 2.

[0044] The foot lever 4 is pivotally mounted on the tilting element side walls 15 and 16 about the foot lever axis 3 by two foot lever bearing elements 31 and 32. Alternatively, the foot lever 4 is pivotally mounted on the tilting element side walls 15 and 16 about the foot lever axis 3 by only one foot lever bearing element, which extends, for example, through the foot lever 4 in the transverse direction y. In this case, reference numeral 32 can be replaced, for example, by reference numeral 31.

[0045] The bearing block 2 has two side plates 19 and 20 in its bearing area 18, opposite each other in the transverse direction y, which are also referred to as bearing block side plates. Each bearing block side plate 19, 20 has a curved elongated hole 21, which preferably extends along a circular arc around the tilting axis 5. Furthermore, each tilting element side plate has an engagement element 22 projecting transversely from it and extending through the elongated hole 21 of the adjacent bearing block side plate, with each engagement element 22 having a locking hole 23 on the tilting element side. A schematic front view of the tilting element 6 in detail is shown in Fig. Figure 4 shows the locking holes 23 on the tilting element side. The bearing block side walls 19 and 20 are preferably connected to each other by a bearing block connecting section 36, through which, in particular, the tilting element bearing recess passes.

[0046] Each bearing block side cheek comprises, on its side facing the respective other bearing block side cheek, a bolt receptacle 26 divided into two sections 24 and 25 by the respective elongated hole 21, which includes a bearing block-side locking hole 27 in which a bolt 28 (see Fig. 5) is inserted, which extends through the engagement element 21 arranged between the sections of the bolt receptacle. Each bolt is inserted into both sections 24 and 25 of the bolt receptacle 26 of the respective bearing block side plate, which for the bearing block side plate 20 in Fig. Figure 5 is shown schematically. The tilting element 6 is held in a position within the by the bars 28. Fig. The operating position shown in 1 to 3 is locked with the bearing block 2, so that pivoting of the tilting element 6 about the tilting axis 5 relative to the bearing block 2 is prevented.

[0047] Each bearing block side wall has a release actuator 29, for example a pyrotechnic one (see Fig. 5) provided, by means of which the locking effected by the respective bolt 28 can be released. This is achieved by moving each bolt 28 out of the locking hole 27 on the bearing block side by means of the respective release actuator 29, in particular in the direction of arrow 30, and thereby disengaging it from the respective engagement element 22. Thus, pivoting of the tilting element 6 about the tilting axis 5 relative to the bearing block 2 is possible, preferably in a tilting element pivoting direction 33. The tilting element pivoting direction 33 is preferably oriented opposite to the actuation direction 37 of the foot lever 4. Each bolt is in particular connected to the respective release actuator or forms part of it. A schematic representation of the unlocked state is shown for the engagement element 22 of the side wall 16 and the bolt receptacle 26 of the side wall 20 in Fig.Figure 6 is shown schematically. Such an unlocking actuator or such unlocking actuators are also referred to, for example, as a "pin puller".

[0048] With the locking mechanism released, a pivoting movement of the tilting element 6 about the tilting axis 5 relative to the bearing block 2 in the tilting element pivoting direction 33, starting from the operating position of the tilting element 6, is preferably limited by each engagement element 22 bearing against a contact area 34 of the bearing block 2, which limits one end of the respective elongated hole 21, preferably the lower end, and in particular the end facing away from the operating position. Thus, each engagement element 22 preferably forms a stop provided on the tilting element, which is also referred to, for example, as a tilting element stop. Furthermore, each contact area 34, which limits the aforementioned end of the respective elongated hole 21, preferably the lower end, and in particular the end facing away from the operating position, preferably the lower end, preferably forms a stop provided on the bearing block 2, which is also referred to, for example, as a bearing block stop.

[0049] In the operating position, each engagement element 22 preferably rests against a contact area 35 of the bearing block 2 that defines another end of the respective elongated hole 21. This facilitates, for example, the insertion of the bolts 28 through the locking holes 23 during the assembly of the foot lever device 1. The other end of each elongated hole 21 can also be referred to, for example, as the end facing the operating position and / or the upper end of the respective elongated hole 21. Reference symbol list 1 Foot lever device 2 bearing blocks 3 foot lever axle 4 foot levers 5 tipping axle 6 tilting element 7 free end / operating range of the foot lever 8 Footplate 9. Bearing area of ​​the foot lever 10 Coupling element / Push rod 11 Device / Brake booster 12 Splash guard 13 Through hole in the bearing block 14 bearing shell 15 Side panel of the tilting element 16 Side panel of the tilting element 17 Tilting element bearing element 18 Bearing area of ​​the bearing block 19 Side cheek of the bearing block 20 Side cheek of the bearing block 21 curved slot 22 Engagement element / Tilting element stop 23 Locking hole in the engagement element 24 Section of the bolt holder 25 Section of the bolt holder 26 bolt holder 27 Locking hole in bolt receptacle 28 bars 29 Unlocking actuator 30 Arrow / Unlocking direction 31 Foot lever bearing element 32 Foot lever bearing element 33 Tilting element swivel direction 34 Mounting area of ​​the bearing block / bearing block stop 35 Mounting area of ​​the bearing block 36 Bearing block connection section 37 Direction of operation of the foot lever QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] AT 11 267 U1

[0024] EP 4 058 676 B1

[0024]

Claims

[1] Foot lever device for a vehicle, comprising a bearing block (2) and a foot lever (4) pivotable relative to the bearing block (2) about a foot lever axis (3) extending in a transverse direction (y), characterized by a tilting element (6) pivotably mounted on the bearing block (2) about a tilting axis (5) extending parallel to the foot lever axis (3), on which the foot lever (4) is pivotably mounted about the foot lever axis (3), at least one latch (28) by means of which the tilting element (6) is locked to the bearing block (2) in an operating position, so that pivoting of the tilting element (6) about the tilting axis (5) relative to the bearing block (2) is prevented, and at least one unlocking actuator (29) by means of which the locking effected by the at least one latch (28) can be released. [2] Foot lever device according to claim 1, characterized byat least one bearing block stop (34) provided on the bearing block (2) and at least one tilting element stop (22) provided on the tilting element (6), which, when the locking mechanism is released, can be brought into contact with the at least one bearing block stop (34) by pivoting the tilting element (6) about the tilting axis (5) by a predetermined pivoting angle from the operating position. [3] Foot lever device according to claim 2, characterized by , that in the at least one tilting element stop (22) at least one locking hole (23) is provided, into which the at least one bolt (28) engages in the operating position of the tilting element (6), which is mounted on the bearing block (2). [4] Foot lever device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the tilting element (6) comprises two opposing tilting element side cheeks (15, 16) and a tilting element bearing element (17) which firmly connects these together, by means of which the tilting element (6) is pivotably mounted about the tilting axis (5) in a bearing area (18) of the bearing block (2) arranged between the side cheeks of the tilting element. [5] Foot lever device according to claim 4, characterized by , that the bearing block (2) has in its bearing area (18) two bearing block side cheeks (19, 20) opposite each other in the transverse direction (y), wherein a curved elongated hole (21) is provided in at least one of the bearing block side cheeks (20) and wherein an engagement element (22) is provided on at least one of the tilting element side cheeks (16) projecting transversely from this and passing through the elongated hole (21). [6] Foot lever device according to claim 5, characterized by, that the tilting element (6) is provided with at least one tilting element-side locking hole (23) into which the at least one bolt (28) engages, which is mounted on the bearing block (2) or the at least one bearing block side cheek (20). [7] Foot lever device according to claim 6, characterized by , that at least one locking hole (23) on the tilting element side is provided in the engagement element (22) of the at least one tilting element side wall (16). [8] Foot lever device according to claim 7, characterized by, that the at least one bearing block side cheek (20) has on its side facing the other bearing block side cheek at least one bolt receptacle (26) which is fixedly connected to the bearing block (2) and divided into two sections (24, 25) by the elongated hole (21), which includes a bearing block-side locking hole (27) in which the at least one bolt (28) is inserted, wherein the engagement element (22) of the at least one tilting element side cheek (16) with its tilting element-side locking hole (23) is arranged between the sections (24, 25) of the bolt receptacle (26). [9] Foot lever device according to claim 7 or 8, characterized by , that at least one unlocking actuator (29) is provided on at least one side cheek (20) of the bearing block (2). [10] Foot lever device according to any one of claims 4 to 9, characterized by, that the foot lever (4) is pivotably mounted on the side walls (15, 16) of the tilting element (6) about the foot lever axis (3) by one or more foot lever bearing elements (31, 32). [11] Foot lever device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one unlocking actuator (29) is a pyrotechnic unlocking actuator.

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