Title: Center pivot steering mechanism

Abstract: This is a unique center pivot steering mechanism for lift trucks, and the like. It is characterized by a unique angular control yoke center mounted upon the steering axle and with equal and like steering control connections to two wheels with an offset control and activation arm connected to a steering control apparatus. The radius of turn of the outer turning wheel is regulated so as to be greater than that of the inner turning wheel.

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Inventors: Low, Leonard J. (Sparks, NV, US)

Application Number: 938086
Filing Date: 1978-08-30
Publication_date: 1980-09-02
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Primary Class(es): 280/93.506 180/435, 280/93.508
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US Patent Ref:

2768699	Oct, 1956	Gardiner	180/156.
3109668	Nov, 1963	Sampietro	280/95.
3874473	Apr, 1975	Grove	180/156.
3994362	Nov, 1976	Penington	180/156.

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Primary Examiner: Song, Robert R.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Schulze; Herbert C.