A foot pedal structure with a brake

By designing a foot pedal structure with brakes, and utilizing the linkage between the foot pedal and the brake module, the problem of bicycles being unable to brake in special circumstances is solved, thereby improving safety performance and structural stability.

CN117465591BActive Publication Date: 2025-11-04HANGZHOU YONGHUA BICYCLE EQUIP CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202311619868.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-11-30
Publication Date
2025-11-04
Estimated Expiration
2043-11-30

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Technical Problem

Existing bicycles cannot brake effectively in cases of brake lever malfunction or finger injury, resulting in insufficient safety performance.

Method used

Design a foot pedal structure with brake. Through the linkage between the foot pedal and the brake module, the braking function is realized by using the foot sleeve and the tensioning component. The structure includes the tensioning component, connector, docking component and linear actuator, etc., to realize the horizontal sliding and rotation of the foot pedal, thereby driving the brake module to work.

Benefits of technology

In special circumstances, ensuring that the rider can brake via the pedals improves the safety of the bicycle, extends the life of the brake cable, and maintains the smoothness and structural stability of the pedal axle.

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Abstract

The application discloses a footboard structure with a brake, which comprises a footboard shaft, a brake module and a footboard. The brake module is located on one side of the footboard shaft, the footboard is located on the other side of the footboard shaft, the brake module is located on one end of the footboard shaft and is perpendicular to the footboard shaft, the footboard is rotationally connected to the other end of the footboard shaft and is perpendicular to the footboard shaft, one end of the footboard shaft is rotationally connected relative to the brake module under the drive of the footboard, a foot cover is arranged on the footboard, the foot cover is horizontally slidably connected to the footboard, a tensioning assembly parallel to the footboard shaft is arranged on the footboard shaft, the tensioning assembly is horizontally slidably connected to the footboard shaft, the tensioning assembly rotates synchronously with the footboard shaft, one end of the tensioning assembly is slidably connected to the brake module, a connecting head is fixed to the other end side of the tensioning assembly, a docking assembly matched with the connecting head is arranged on the foot cover, and the foot cover is detachably connected to the tensioning assembly through the matching of the docking assembly and the connecting head. The application has the beneficial effect of improving the safety performance.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of pedal technology, and in particular to a pedal structure with a brake. Background Technology

[0002] A bicycle, also known as a pedal bike or cyclist, is a small, two-wheeled land vehicle. Riders power their bikes by pedaling, making them a green and environmentally friendly mode of transportation, as well as a beneficial form of exercise. Due to these advantages, bicycles remain a mainstream mode of transportation.

[0003] In existing technology, bicycles typically only have brake levers on the handlebars. Riders squeeze the brake levers to tighten the brake cable, causing the brake pads on both sides of the wheel to come closer together and gradually lock onto the wheel to achieve braking. However, when the brake levers malfunction or a rider experiences finger injury or other special circumstances, they cannot brake by squeezing the brake levers with their fingers. This is inconvenient, dangerous, and lacks safety. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention aims to overcome the shortcomings of the low safety performance of bicycles in the prior art by providing a pedal structure with brakes that improves safety performance.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A foot pedal structure with a brake includes a pedal shaft, a brake module, and a foot pedal. The brake module is located on one side of the pedal shaft, and the foot pedal is located on the opposite side of the pedal shaft. The brake module is located at one end of the pedal shaft and is perpendicular to it. The foot pedal is rotatably connected to the other end of the pedal shaft and is perpendicular to it. One end of the pedal shaft is rotatably connected relative to the brake module under the drive of the foot pedal. The foot pedal has a foot cover that is horizontally slidably connected to the foot pedal along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft. The pedal shaft has a tensioning assembly parallel to the pedal shaft. The tensioning assembly is horizontally slidably connected to the pedal shaft along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft. The tensioning assembly rotates synchronously with the pedal shaft, and one end of it is slidably connected to the brake module along the direction of rotation. A connector is fixed to the side of the other end of the tensioning assembly. One side of the foot cover is close to the pedal shaft, and the opposite side of the foot cover is away from the pedal shaft. The side of the foot cover close to the pedal shaft has a mating assembly that matches the connector. The foot cover is detachably connected to the tensioning assembly through the mating assembly and the connector.

[0007] The brake module is located on one side of the pedal shaft, and the foot pedal is located on the opposite side of the pedal shaft. The brake module is located at one end of the pedal shaft and is perpendicular to the pedal shaft. The foot pedal is rotatably connected to the other end of the pedal shaft and is perpendicular to the pedal shaft. One end of the pedal shaft is rotatably connected to the brake module under the drive of the foot pedal. The foot pedal is provided with a foot cover, which is horizontally slidably connected to the foot pedal along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft. The pedal shaft is provided with a tensioning assembly parallel to the pedal shaft, which is horizontally slidably connected to the pedal shaft along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft. The tensioning assembly rotates synchronously with the pedal shaft, and one end of it is slidably connected to the brake module along the direction of rotation. A connector is fixed to the side of the other end of the tensioning assembly. One side of the foot cover is close to the pedal shaft, and the opposite side of the foot cover is away from the pedal shaft. The side of the foot cover close to the pedal shaft is provided with a mating assembly that matches the connector. The foot cover is detachably connected to the tensioning assembly through the mating assembly and the connector. When braking, the rider's foot moves the pedal to a low position, then the foot cover slides horizontally relative to the pedal and gradually approaches the pedal axle until the connector matches and connects with the mating assembly. Then, the foot again moves the foot cover horizontally relative to the pedal and gradually moves away from the pedal axle. At this time, the foot cover, fixed by the mating assembly and the connector, moves the brake module synchronously away from the vehicle body through the tensioning assembly. The brake module gradually grips the wheel, thus achieving the braking function. This avoids the situation where the rider cannot brake in special circumstances, thereby improving safety performance.

[0008] Preferably, the top of the pedal axle is provided with a connecting block perpendicular to it. The sidewall of the connecting block is fixedly connected to the pedal axle and forms an integral part. One end of the connecting block is provided with a groove with a circular cross-section. The other end of the connecting block and the foot pedal are both located on the same side of the pedal axle. The corresponding other side of the pedal axle is provided with a clearance groove that matches the tensioning component. The bottom sidewall of the groove is provided with a rectangular opening that communicates with the clearance groove. One end of the tensioning component passes through the rectangular opening and is horizontally slidably connected to the groove. The brake module passes through the opening end of the groove and is located inside the groove and is slidably connected to the tensioning component. The other end of the tensioning component is located outside the clearance groove. The design of the clearance groove facilitates the tensioning component to slide horizontally along the length of the rectangular opening under the drive of the foot strap, so that when the brake module moves away from the vehicle body, it is gradually tightened and grips the wheel to achieve the braking function. On the other hand, in the riding state, the tensioning component is stored inside the pedal axle, which is aesthetically pleasing and convenient for riding.

[0009] Preferably, the tensioning assembly includes a pull rod and a slider that matches the groove. One end of the pull rod passes through a rectangular opening and is fixedly connected to the side wall of the slider. The pull rod is horizontally slidably connected to the groove via the slider. One end of the slider is close to the bottom of the groove, and the other end is away from the bottom of the groove. The end of the slider away from the bottom of the groove is provided with an annular groove that matches the brake module. The slider is slidably connected to the brake module via the annular groove. The other end of the pull rod is vertically provided with a connecting rod. One end of the connecting rod is located inside the clearance groove and is fixedly connected to the pull rod. The other end of the connecting rod is located outside the clearance groove and is fixedly connected to the connector. When the bicycle is being ridden, the connector and the docking assembly are separated, allowing the pedals to rotate while simultaneously rotating the pedal shaft around one end. Due to the rectangular opening, the tensioning assembly rotates synchronously with the pedal shaft. Meanwhile, since one end of the brake module is fixed to the bicycle frame, and the other end is slidably connected to the slider via an annular groove, the annular groove on the slider facilitates the simultaneous rotation of the pedal shaft and the tensioning assembly, ensuring normal riding. When braking, the foot strap, connected and fixed to the connector via the docking assembly, sequentially moves the brake module synchronously away from the bicycle frame via the connecting rod, pull rod, and slider. The brake module gradually tightens, gripping the wheel and achieving the braking function. This prevents riders from being unable to brake in special circumstances, thus improving safety.

[0010] Preferably, the connecting block and the foot pedal have a wheel axle coaxial with the annular groove at one end of the foot pedal axle. The wheel axle is detachably and fixedly connected to the connecting block and passes through the center of the groove. The center of the slider has a circular hole matching the wheel axle, and the slider is fitted onto the wheel axle through the circular hole. The brake module is located on the side of the wheel axle. One end of the wheel axle is fixedly connected to the connecting block, and the other end of the wheel axle is fixedly connected to a sprocket on the vehicle body, so that the foot pedal axle drives the sprocket to rotate, thereby driving the wheel to rotate and propelling the vehicle forward.

[0011] Preferably, the annular groove has a T-shaped cross-section, and several balls evenly distributed along its circumference are embedded on both sides of the annular groove. The brake module includes a brake cable and a second slider. One end of the second slider is slidably connected to the annular groove via the balls, and the brake cable passes through the opening end of the groove and is fixedly connected to the other end of the second slider. The T-shaped cross-section of the annular groove facilitates braking. When the foot is fixed to the connector via the docking assembly, the brake cable moves synchronously away from the vehicle body through the connecting rod, pull rod, and first slider in sequence, thereby tightening the brake cable and gradually gripping the wheel.

[0012] Preferably, a straight rod parallel to the depth direction of the groove is fixed to the other side wall of the second slider. Several limiting sleeves matching the brake cable are fixed to the straight rod, and these limiting sleeves are evenly distributed along the length of the straight rod. The brake cable is horizontally slidably connected to the limiting sleeves. The design of the limiting sleeves facilitates straightening the brake cable and aligning it parallel to the wheel axle, preventing the brake cable from twisting, extending its service life, and ensuring smooth rotation of the pedal axle.

[0013] Preferably, the docking assembly includes a linear actuator, a gear, and a rack meshing with the gear. The linear actuator is detachably connected to the side wall of the foot cover, and the telescopic end of the linear actuator is fixedly connected to the rack. The gear is rotatably connected to the side wall of the foot cover under the drive of the linear actuator. The gear has a circular rotating cavity inside. One side of the gear is close to the foot cover, and the corresponding other side of the gear is away from the foot cover. The side of the gear away from the foot cover has a rectangular hole communicating with the rotating cavity. The connector is rectangular in shape and matches the rectangular hole. A proximity switch corresponding to the rectangular hole is detachably installed in the rotating cavity. The bicycle frame is equipped with a battery and a control system. The battery is electrically connected to a linear actuator and a proximity switch to provide power. When the connector is matched with the docking assembly, the foot moves the foot sleeve horizontally relative to the pedal and gradually approaches the connector. When the connector is inserted into the rotating cavity through the rectangular hole, the proximity switch sends a signal to the control system, which then controls the linear actuator to operate, causing the rack to slide and the gear to rotate through a certain angle, thus confining the connector within the rotating cavity. This allows the foot sleeve to move horizontally in the opposite direction, sequentially moving the brake cable through the connecting rod, pull rod, and slider to achieve the braking function. When it is necessary to release the brake, a reset switch can be installed at any point on the bicycle frame that can be reached by a hand or knee. The reset switch controls the linear actuator to operate again, driving the gear to reset, so that the connector is aligned with the rectangular hole again, allowing the gear to separate from the connector.

[0014] Preferably, the foot pedal is provided with a sliding groove, and the foot cover is horizontally slidably connected to the sliding groove. Two springs are provided within the sliding groove, one spring located on the left side of the foot cover, and the other spring located between the foot cover and the pedal axle, on the right side of the foot cover. The sliding groove is elastically connected to the left and right sides of the sliding groove respectively by the two springs, and a gap is formed between the rectangular hole and the connector. During riding, the rectangular hole on the foot cover maintains a certain gap with the connector under the action of the springs, facilitating the foot pedal to drive the pedal axle to rotate.

[0015] Preferably, the foot cover has cover plates on both the left and right sides covering the sliding groove. The cover plates are fixedly connected to the side walls of the foot cover and in contact with the surface of the foot pedal. The linear actuator and the rack are both located on the cover plates, and the rack is slidably connected to the cover plates. The cover plates help prevent dust from entering the sliding groove, ensure the smoothness of the foot cover during sliding, and provide some support for the rack and linear actuator, improving the stability and safety of the structure.

[0016] Preferably, a pivot is fixed on the side wall of the foot pedal, and a bearing that matches the pivot is provided on the pedal pivot. The foot pedal is rotatably connected to the pedal pivot through the pivot and the bearing matching the pivot.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are: the braking function is achieved through the foot pedal, avoiding the phenomenon that the rider cannot brake in special circumstances, thus improving safety performance; the design of the limiting sleeve makes it easy to straighten the brake cable and make it parallel to the wheel axle, preventing the brake cable from twisting, extending the service life of the brake cable, and ensuring the smooth rotation of the pedal axle; the cover plate helps to prevent dust from entering the sliding groove, helps to ensure the smoothness of the foot cover sliding, and at the same time provides a certain support for the rack and linear actuator, improving the stability and safety of the structure. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Sectional view of DD;

[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Right side view of the middle pedal;

[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0022] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of the structure at point B;

[0023] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of the structure at point C.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Pedal shaft, 2. Brake module, 3. Foot pedal, 4. Foot cover, 5. Tensioning assembly, 6. Connector, 7. Docking assembly, 8. Connecting block, 9. Groove, 10. Clearance groove, 11. Rectangular opening, 12. Pull rod, 13. Slider one, 14. Annular groove, 15. Connecting rod, 16. Wheel axle, 17. Round hole, 18. Ball bearing, 19. Brake cable, 20. Slider two, 21. Straight rod, 22. Limit sleeve, 23. Linear actuator, 24. Gear, 25. Rack, 26. Rotating cavity, 27. Rectangular hole, 28. Proximity switch, 29. Sliding groove, 30. Spring, 31. Clearance, 32. Cover plate, 33. Shaft, 34. Bearing. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The present invention will now be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0026] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 In the described embodiment, a foot pedal structure with a brake includes a pedal shaft 1, a brake module 2, and a foot pedal 3. The brake module 2 is located on one side of the pedal shaft 1, and the foot pedal 3 is located on the opposite side of the pedal shaft 1. The brake module 2 is located at one end of the pedal shaft 1 and is perpendicular to the pedal shaft 1. The foot pedal 3 is rotatably connected to the other end of the pedal shaft 1 and is perpendicular to the pedal shaft 1. One end of the pedal shaft 1 is rotatably connected relative to the brake module 2 under the drive of the foot pedal 3. A foot cover 4 is provided on the foot pedal 3, and the foot cover 4 is horizontally slidably connected to the foot pedal 3 along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft 1. A tensioning assembly 5 is provided on the pedal shaft 1, parallel to the pedal shaft 1. The tensioning assembly 5 is horizontally slidably connected to the pedal shaft 1 along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft 1. The tensioning assembly 5 rotates synchronously with the pedal shaft 1, and one end of it is slidably connected to the brake module 2 along the rotation direction. A connector 6 is fixed to the side of the other end of the tensioning assembly 5. One side of the foot cover 4 is close to the pedal shaft 1, and the corresponding other side of the foot cover 4 is away from the pedal shaft 1. A mating assembly 7 that matches the connector 6 is provided on the side of the foot cover 4 close to the pedal shaft 1. The foot cover 4 is detachably connected to the tensioning assembly 5 through the mating assembly 7 and the connector 6.

[0027] like Figure 2As shown, the top of the pedal shaft 1 is provided with a connecting block 8 perpendicular to it. The side wall of the connecting block 8 is fixedly connected to the pedal shaft 1 and forms an integral part. One end of the connecting block 8 is provided with a groove 9 with a circular cross-section. The other end of the connecting block 8 and the foot pedal 3 are both located on the same side of the pedal shaft 1. The other side of the pedal shaft 1 is provided with a relief groove 10 that matches the tensioning assembly 5. The bottom side wall of the groove 9 is provided with a rectangular opening 11 that communicates with the relief groove 10. One end of the tensioning assembly 5 passes through the rectangular opening 11 and is horizontally slidably connected to the groove 9. The brake module 2 passes through the opening end of the groove 9 and is located inside the groove 9 and is slidably connected to the tensioning assembly 5. The other end of the tensioning assembly 5 is located outside the relief groove 10.

[0028] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the tensioning assembly 5 includes a pull rod 12 and a slider 13 that matches the groove 9. One end of the pull rod 12 passes through the rectangular opening 11 and is fixedly connected to the side wall of the slider 13. The pull rod 12 is horizontally slidably connected to the groove 9 through the slider 13. One end of the slider 13 is close to the bottom of the groove 9, and the other end of the slider 13 is away from the bottom of the groove 9. The end of the slider 13 away from the bottom of the groove 9 is provided with an annular groove 14 that matches the brake module 2. The slider 13 is slidably connected to the brake module 2 through the annular groove 14. The other end of the pull rod 12 is vertically provided with a connecting rod 15. One end of the connecting rod 15 is located inside the clearance groove 10 and is fixedly connected to the pull rod 12. The other end of the connecting rod 15 is located outside the clearance groove 10 and is fixedly connected to the connector 6.

[0029] like Figure 2 As shown, the connecting block 8 and the foot pedal 3 are located on the same side of the pedal shaft 1, and a wheel shaft 16 is provided on one end, which is coaxial with the annular groove 14. The wheel shaft 16 is detachably and fixedly connected to the connecting block 8 and passes through the center of the groove 9. The center of the slider 13 is provided with a round hole 17 that matches the wheel shaft 16. The slider 13 is sleeved on the wheel shaft 16 through the round hole 17. The brake module 2 is located on the side of the wheel shaft 16.

[0030] like Figure 4 As shown, the cross-sectional shape of the annular groove 14 is T-shaped. Several balls 18 are embedded on both sides of the annular groove 14 and are evenly distributed around its circumference. The brake module 2 includes a brake line 19 and a slider 20. One end of the slider 20 is slidably connected to the annular groove 14 through the balls 18. The brake line 19 passes through the opening end of the groove 9 and is fixedly connected to the other end of the slider 20.

[0031] like Figure 4 and Figure 6As shown, a straight rod 21 parallel to the depth direction of the groove 9 is fixed on the other side wall of the slider 20. Several limiting sleeves 22 that match the brake line 19 are fixed on the straight rod 21. The several limiting sleeves 22 are evenly distributed along the length direction of the straight rod 21. The brake line 19 is horizontally slidably connected to the limiting sleeves 22.

[0032] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the docking assembly 7 includes a linear actuator 23, a gear 24, and a rack 25 meshing with the gear 24. The linear actuator 23 is detachably connected to the side wall of the foot cover 4. The telescopic end of the linear actuator 23 is fixedly connected to the rack 25. The gear 24 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the foot cover 4 under the drive of the linear actuator 23. The gear 24 has a circular rotating cavity 26. One side of the gear 24 is close to the foot cover 4, and the corresponding other side of the gear 24 is away from the foot cover 4. The side of the gear 24 away from the foot cover 4 has a rectangular hole 27 that communicates with the rotating cavity 26. The connector 6 is rectangular in shape and matches the rectangular hole 27. A proximity switch 28 corresponding to the rectangular hole 27 is detachably installed in the rotating cavity 26.

[0033] like Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the foot pedal 3 has a sliding groove 29, and the foot cover 4 is horizontally slidably connected to the sliding groove 29. Two springs 30 are installed inside the sliding groove 29, one spring 30 located on the left side of the foot cover 4, and the other spring 30 located between the foot cover 4 and the pedal shaft 1, on the right side of the foot cover 4. The sliding groove 29 is elastically connected to the left and right sides of the foot cover 29 respectively through the two springs 30. A gap 31 is formed between the rectangular hole 27 and the connector 6. Cover plates 32 covering the sliding groove 29 are provided on both the left and right sides of the foot cover 4. The cover plates 32 are fixedly connected to the side walls of the foot cover 4 and contact the surface of the foot pedal 3. The linear actuator 23 and the rack 25 are both located on the cover plates 32, and the rack 25 is slidably connected to the cover plates 32. A rotating shaft 33 is fixed on the side wall of the foot pedal 3, and a bearing 34 matching the rotating shaft 33 is provided on the pedal shaft 1. The foot pedal 3 is rotatably connected to the pedal shaft 1 through the matching of the rotating shaft 33 and the bearing 34.

[0034] When the bicycle is in riding mode, the connector 6 and the docking assembly 7 are separated, allowing the pedal 3 to rotate while simultaneously driving the pedal shaft 1 to rotate around one end of the pedal shaft 1. The bicycle frame is equipped with a battery and a control system. The battery is electrically connected to the linear actuator 23 and the proximity switch 28 to provide power. When braking, the rider's foot lowers the pedal 3, causing the foot cover 4 to slide horizontally relative to the pedal 3 and gradually approach the connector 6. When the connector 6 is inserted into the rotating cavity 26 through the rectangular hole 27, the proximity switch 28 sends a signal to the control system, which then controls the linear actuator. When the linear actuator 23 operates, it drives the rack 25 to slide, thereby driving the gear 24 to rotate through a certain angle, so that the connector 6 is confined within the rotating cavity 26. This allows the foot sleeve 4 to move horizontally in the opposite direction, sequentially driving the brake cable 19 to move synchronously through the connecting rod 15, the pull rod 12, and the slider 13, thus achieving the braking function. When it is necessary to release the brake, a reset switch can be set at any point on the vehicle body that can be touched by a hand or knee. The reset switch controls the linear actuator 23 to work again, driving the gear 24 to reset, so that the connector 6 is aligned with the rectangular hole 27 again, so that the gear 24 and the connector 6 can be separated.

Claims

1. A foot pedal structure with a brake, characterized in that, The system includes a pedal shaft (1), a brake module (2), and a foot pedal (3). The brake module (2) is located on one side of the pedal shaft (1), and the foot pedal (3) is located on the opposite side of the pedal shaft (1). The brake module (2) is located at one end of the pedal shaft (1) and is perpendicular to the pedal shaft (1). The foot pedal (3) is rotatably connected to the other end of the pedal shaft (1) and is perpendicular to the pedal shaft (1). One end of the pedal shaft (1) is rotatably connected relative to the brake module (2) under the drive of the foot pedal (3). The foot pedal (3) is provided with a foot cover (4), which is horizontally slidably connected to the foot pedal (3) along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft (1). The pedal shaft (1) is provided with a part parallel to the pedal. The tensioning assembly (5) of the shaft (1) is horizontally slidably connected to the pedal shaft (1) along the vertical direction of the pedal shaft (1). The tensioning assembly (5) rotates synchronously with the pedal shaft (1) and one end of it is slidably connected to the brake module (2) along the rotation direction. A connector (6) is fixed on the side of the other end of the tensioning assembly (5). One side of the foot cover (4) is close to the pedal shaft (1), and the other side of the foot cover (4) is away from the pedal shaft (1). The side of the foot cover (4) close to the pedal shaft (1) is provided with a docking assembly (7) that matches the connector (6). The foot cover (4) is detachably connected to the tensioning assembly (5) through the docking assembly (7) and the connector (6). The component (7) includes a linear actuator (23), a gear (24), and a rack (25) meshing with the gear (24). The linear actuator (23) is detachably connected to the side wall of the foot cover (4). The telescopic end of the linear actuator (23) is fixedly connected to the rack (25). The gear (24) is rotatably connected to the side wall of the foot cover (4) under the drive of the linear actuator (23). The gear (24) has a circular rotating cavity (26) inside. One side of the gear (24) is close to the foot cover (4), and the corresponding other side of the gear (24) is away from the foot cover (4). The side of the gear (24) away from the foot cover (4) has a rectangular hole (27) communicating with the rotating cavity (26). The connector (6) The shape is rectangular and matches the rectangular hole (27). The rotating cavity (26) is detachably installed with a proximity switch (28) corresponding to the rectangular hole (27). The foot pedal (3) is provided with a sliding groove (29). The foot cover (4) is horizontally slidably connected to the sliding groove (29). The sliding groove (29) is provided with two springs (30). One spring (30) is located on the left side of the foot cover (4), and the other spring (30) is located between the foot cover (4) and the pedal shaft (1) and on the right side of the foot cover (4). The sliding groove (29) is elastically connected to the left and right sides of the sliding groove (29) respectively by the two springs (30). A gap (31) is formed between the rectangular hole (27) and the connector (6).

2. The foot pedal structure with brake according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the pedal shaft (1) is provided with a connecting block (8) perpendicular to it. The side wall of the connecting block (8) is fixedly connected to the pedal shaft (1) and forms an integral part. One end of the connecting block (8) is provided with a groove (9) with a circular cross-section. The other end of the connecting block (8) and the foot pedal (3) are both located on the same side of the pedal shaft (1). The side of the pedal shaft (1) near the foot pedal (3) is provided with a relief groove (10) that matches the tensioning assembly (5). The bottom side wall of the groove (9) is provided with a rectangular opening (11) that communicates with the relief groove (10). One end of the tensioning assembly (5) passes through the rectangular opening (11) and is horizontally slidably connected to the groove (9). The brake module (2) passes through the opening end of the groove (9) and is located inside the groove (9) and is slidably connected to the tensioning assembly (5). The other end of the tensioning assembly (5) is located outside the relief groove (10).

3. The foot pedal structure with brake according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tensioning assembly (5) includes a pull rod (12) and a slider (13) that matches the groove (9). One end of the pull rod (12) passes through the rectangular opening (11) and is fixedly connected to the side wall of the slider (13). The pull rod (12) is horizontally slidably connected to the groove (9) through the slider (13). One end of the slider (13) is close to the bottom of the groove (9), and the other end of the slider (13) is away from the bottom of the groove (9). The end of the slider (13) away from the bottom of the groove (9) is provided with an annular groove (14) that matches the brake module (2). The slider (13) is slidably connected to the brake module (2) through the annular groove (14). The other end of the pull rod (12) is vertically provided with a connecting rod (15). One end of the connecting rod (15) is located inside the clearance groove (10) and is fixedly connected to the pull rod (12). The other end of the connecting rod (15) is located outside the clearance groove (10) and is fixedly connected to the connector (6).

4. The foot pedal structure with brake according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting block (8) and the foot pedal (3) are located on the same side of the pedal shaft (1) and have a wheel axle (16) coaxial with the annular groove (14). The wheel axle (16) is detachably and fixedly connected to the connecting block (8) and passes through the center of the groove (9). The center of the slider (13) has a round hole (17) that matches the wheel axle (16). The slider (13) is sleeved on the wheel axle (16) through the round hole (17). The brake module (2) is located on the side of the wheel axle (16).

5. A foot pedal structure with brake according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that, The cross-sectional shape of the annular groove (14) is T-shaped. Several balls (18) are evenly distributed around the circumference of the annular groove (14) on both sides. The brake module (2) includes a brake line (19) and a second slider (20). One end of the second slider (20) is slidably connected to the annular groove (14) through the balls (18). The brake line (19) passes through the opening end of the groove (9) and is fixedly connected to the other end of the second slider (20).

6. The foot pedal structure with brake according to claim 5, characterized in that, A straight rod (21) parallel to the depth direction of the groove (9) is fixed on the other side wall of the slider (20). Several limiting sleeves (22) matching the brake line (19) are fixed on the straight rod (21). The several limiting sleeves (22) are evenly distributed along the length direction of the straight rod (21). The brake line (19) is horizontally slidably connected to the limiting sleeves (22).

7. The foot pedal structure with brake according to claim 1, characterized in that, The foot cover (4) is provided with a cover plate (32) covering the sliding groove (29) on both the left and right sides. The cover plate (32) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the foot cover (4) and in contact with the surface of the foot pedal (3). The linear actuator (23) and the rack (25) are both located on the cover plate (32). The rack (25) is slidably connected to the cover plate (32).

8. A foot pedal structure with brake according to claim 1, 2, 3, or 4, characterized in that, A pivot (33) is fixed on the side wall of the foot pedal (3), and a bearing (34) matching the pivot (33) is provided on the pedal shaft (1). The foot pedal (3) is rotatably connected to the pedal shaft (1) through the pivot (33) and the bearing (34).

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