pedaltrykk

Pedaltrykk is a Norwegian term describing the force a driver applies to a vehicle pedal, most commonly the accelerator, brake, or clutch. The concept is central to how a vehicle translates foot input into motion or deceleration and to how the pedal feels to the driver.

In automotive engineering, pedaltrykk is part of the pedal feel or pedal resistance specification. It is influenced by factors such as pedal ratio, return springs, linkage friction, and any assist devices like a power brake booster or electronic throttle control. Modern systems may adjust pedal feel digitally in drive-by-wire configurations, affecting both responsiveness and safety.

Pedaltrykk is typically quantified as a force versus pedal travel, producing a pedal-feel curve. Designers seek a predictable, linear response and a comfortable range of effort to reduce driver fatigue while ensuring precise control. In electric or hybrid vehicles, regenerative braking and brake-by-wire systems can modify the effective pedal effort and response, altering the perceived pedal feel.

In cycling or other pedal-powered equipment, an analogous concept is pedal force or pedal effort, the torque or force the rider generates at the crank. Pedaltrykk in this context is usually described in newtons or kilograms-force and is used in performance analysis and ergonomic studies.

See also: Pedal feel, Pedal resistance, Throttle pedal, Brake pedal, Clutch pedal, Pedal force.