A multi-functional control, a control system, and a method of controlling a system in a vehicle. The multi-functional control includes a base plate, a post extending through a slot in the base plate, and at least two stacked knobs, rotatably and tilt-ably attached to the post. The stacked knobs include a display knob and a base knob. The multi-functional control further includes a plurality of sensors. The sensors include a first touch sensor integrated in the display knob, a second touch sensor integrated in the base knob, a first rotary sensor integrated in the display knob, a second rotary sensor integrated in the base knob, a rocker switch connected to the stacked knobs, and a push-button switch connected to the stacked knobs. The multi-functional control also includes a sliding sensor. The post and stacked knobs are mounted to the sliding sensor.

A multi-functional control, a control system, and a method of controlling a system in a vehicle. The multi-functional control includes a base plate, a post extending through a slot in the base plate, and at least two stacked knobs, rotatably and tilt-ably attached to the post. The stacked knobs include a display knob and a base knob. The multi-functional control further includes a plurality of sensors. The sensors include a first touch sensor integrated in the display knob, a second touch sensor integrated in the base knob, a first rotary sensor integrated in the display knob, a second rotary sensor integrated in the base knob, a rocker switch connected to the stacked knobs, and a push-button switch connected to the stacked knobs. The multi-functional control also includes a sliding sensor. The post and stacked knobs are mounted to the sliding sensor.

A working machine includes: an operating body switchable between a first position to prevent an operator from getting on/off an operator's seat and a second position to allow the same; a plurality of hydraulic actuators whose operation is enabled when the operating body is in the first position and disabled when in the second position; a manipulation member to be manipulated to operate the hydraulic actuators; and a pattern switching member to be operated switchingly to select one from among a plurality of manipulation patterns of the manipulation member to operate the hydraulic actuators. When the operating body is in the first position, at least a part of the pattern switching member is covered by the operating body so that the pattern switching member is impossible or difficult to be operated. When the operating body is in the second position, the pattern switching member is exposed to be operable.

A pedal assembly with integrated disable switch for turning off the engine of an automobile or other motorized transport which may be activated by the driver's foot. The disable switch may be triggered by the raising of the foot while in place on the accelerator pedal. The disable switch may include detent positions including a first detent position which allows for engine function, and a second detent position after activation of the disable functionality such that the switch is not easily deactivated once activated. The disable switch may comprise a switch lever arm above the driver's foot, which is coupled to the main accelerator pedal extension lever. The disable switch may include a mechanically activated switch which is activated by relative motion of the switch lever arm relative to the main accelerator pedal extension lever.

A driving assistance apparatus that includes a brake operation portion that applies a brake to a vehicle, the brake operation portion allowing a manual brake operation by a hand of a driver of the vehicle, the brake operation portion including a brake operation body and a grip portion to be gripped by the hand of the driver, the grip portion being provided at an upper end of the brake operation body, and a shift-down switch that shifts-down the vehicle is provided on the grip portion, the shift-down switch allowing a manual shift-down operation by the hand of the driver.

A pressing panel, including a panel, buttons and elastic pieces; the buttons are hinged to the panel, and each button is movable with respect to the panel through a pair of hinge shafts; each button is fixedly provided with an elastic piece; each elastic piece is provided with an elastic supporting arm extending backwards; each elastic supporting arm abuts the panel; when each button moves, a portion of a corresponding elastic supporting arm corresponding to an abutting position of the corresponding elastic supporting arm and the panel slides; when each button is in an initial state before being pressed, the abutting position between the corresponding elastic supporting arm and the panel, compared with a position of the corresponding pair of hinge shafts, is farther away from a fixing position between the button and the corresponding elastic piece; when pressing each button, the corresponding elastic piece moves along with the button.

A pressing panel, including a panel, buttons and elastic pieces; the buttons are hinged to the panel, and each button is movable with respect to the panel through a pair of hinge shafts; each button is fixedly provided with an elastic piece; each elastic piece is provided with an elastic supporting arm extending backwards; each elastic supporting arm abuts the panel; when each button moves, a portion of a corresponding elastic supporting arm corresponding to an abutting position of the corresponding elastic supporting arm and the panel slides; when each button is in an initial state before being pressed, the abutting position between the corresponding elastic supporting arm and the panel, compared with a position of the corresponding pair of hinge shafts, is farther away from a fixing position between the button and the corresponding elastic piece; when pressing each button, the corresponding elastic piece moves along with the button.

A vehicle control station includes a hand rest and at least one micro-joystick positioned relative to the hand rest such that the hand rest is configured to locate an operator's hand and fingers in position to operate the at least one micro-joystick. A function enable switch may be configured to activate the at least one micro-joystick.

The present disclosure relates generally to the field of medical devices. In particular, the present disclosure relates to medical devices and systems with control knobs designed for improved usability and ergonomics. For example, the control knobs of the present disclosure may include surface features for improved gripping, surface features for improved perception of medical device orientation within a patient and/or knobs dimensioned for improved thumb reach and reduced torque.

The present disclosure relates generally to the field of medical devices. In particular, the present disclosure relates to medical devices and systems with control knobs designed for improved usability and ergonomics. For example, the control knobs of the present disclosure may include surface features for improved gripping, surface features for improved perception of medical device orientation within a patient and/or knobs dimensioned for improved thumb reach and reduced torque.