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SEAT CONTROLS

Design Requirements:
Reachable Intuitive Range/Gain Natural Tendency Lower Loads Plated parts can be removed without cable disconnect Aesthetically Pleasing

Motion/Load Requirements:
Recline: .50 displacement at 11.5 lbs Legrest: .562 displacement at 6.51 lbs

Option B
This mechanism features slide controls for the recline and legrest. By sliding the knob one inch, the necessary cable travel is achieved with the following loads experienced by the user: Recline: 5.75lbs Legrest: 3.65lbs Overall dims: 5 x 1.25

Option B
The styling can be modified as long as the sliding motion with 1 of travel is maintained.

Option B
This mechanism features controls that rotate. With the indicated rotation of the lever, the necessary cable travel is achieved with the following loads experienced by the user: Recline: 60deg at 7.67lbs Legrest: 45deg at 6.51lbs Overall dims: 3.6 x 2.75

Option B
The styling can be modified as long as the basic lever concept is maintained.

Option C
This uses a similar mechanism to option B, however compromises would need to be made in either load or cable stroke to keep the look.

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