摘要 |
<p>A cart with a manually operated steering mechanism comprising a base coupled to a frame and a cart body with a steering column and steering mechanism. The base further comprises several mechanical steering linkages including a steering push rod, push rod slat, and tie rod; a rack and gear assembly where the gear is coupled to the steering column and the rack is coupled to the steering push rod; and a rack and pinion assembly where the rack is coupled to the tie rod and the pinion is coupled to a pinion shaft whereby a first end engages the rack and a second end is coupled to the steering column through a miter gear assembly. The mechanical linkages are supported by and coupled to the base by support braces and the steering column also capable of being telescopically adjustable.</p> |