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The word pedal comes from the Latin (Pes, Pedis) and relates to the foot.
A pedal is a lever activated by one's foot. Examples include:
- An automobile has usually three pedals, from left to right:
- operated by the left foot:
- clutch pedal (except in the case of automatic transmission)
- operated by the right foot:
- brake pedal, which is usually wide and elevated well above the car floor
- accelerator: controls air supply to the automobile's engine. It is usually narrow and close to the car floor allowing the driver's heel to rest on the car floor.
- operated by the left foot:
- Bicycle pedal: on a bicycle, each of two platforms at the end of the crankarms, connected such that while the crank arms rotate, the pedals can stay parallel to the shoe soles; this human powered rotation provides the propulsion, usually through a bicycle chain that makes the back wheel turn. In the case of a back pedalling brake, they are also used for applying the brake in the back wheel, again through the chain.
- A pedalo is a small boat, usually used for recreational purposes, powered by pedals.
- Most pianos have two or three piano pedals
- Pipe and electronic organs have a pedalboard, which contains approximately one dozen to three dozen pedals that resemble the keyboards (or "manuals"); when one of these pedals is depressed, it causes a note (or group of notes) to sound.
- Effects pedal used commonly for electric guitars
- Tap pedal: this is a small electronic pedal, similar or identical to the ones used with synthesizers, but is connected to audio effects equipment, a music sequencer, or drum machine. The purpose is to tap the pedal in time with the music, which allows the sequencer or drum machine to stay "in-sync". When connected to audio effects, it can be used to "tap in" the length for a digital delay or flange, or to cause an effect loop to be bypassed.
- Pedal tone: a nonchord tone, usually the tonic or dominant held for an extended period of time.
- Pedal pumping is the sexual fetish of seeing women use pedals, usually in cars.
- a pedal triangle is obtained by projecting a point onto the sides of a triangle.
- a pedal curve is a curve derived by construction from a given curve.
@boyle111 Its a dumbass game where u control flower pedals...
eGOJE5UZ (Jesus Aguilar) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:53:12 -0000
@boyle111 Its a dumbass game where u control flower pedals...
DOUBLE BASS PEDALS WORKING FTW. TOO BAD I HAVE ALL ARSIS cHARTS AND STUFFL OLOLOL
TheShadesterz (Beau Tilley) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:46:52 -0000
DOUBLE BASS PEDALS WORKING FTW. TOO BAD I HAVE ALL ARSIS cHARTS AND STUFFL OLOLOL
Can't wait to get some more pedals.
twostorylife (Two Story Studios) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:40:18 -0000
Can't wait to get some more pedals.
Zuzu's pedals!
BrehanOBrien (Brehan O'Brien) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:32:03 -0000
Zuzu's pedals!
@aliciakeys Alicia U know those foot pedals on yo piano? Which one is the gas an which one is the Brake?
Fredweazy (Fred) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:25:17 -0000
@aliciakeys Alicia U know those foot pedals on yo piano? Which one is the gas an which one is the Brake?
After a two week hiatus we can hopefully get out tomorrow and turn the pedals!
MOTORTABS (MOTOR TABS) Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:15:31 -0000
After a two week hiatus we can hopefully get out tomorrow and turn the pedals!
Keywin Sports Ltd. - Bicycle pedals.
Kneesavers - Clipless bicycle pedal adapters for relieving knee pain.
Meta Description: [ Kneesavers are clipless custom bicycle pedal extenders which move pedals outward for increased comfort reducing or eliminating hip * leg * ankle * foot pain ]
Look Bicycle Products - Makers of LOOK clipless pedal systems as well as bicycle frames, stems and other innovative bicycle products.
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Power Grips Pedal Systems - Power Grips are the original hands-free pedal straps. This site provides service and support to all Power Grips users as well as a secure on-line order shop.
Meta Description: [ Eko Sport - Manufacturers of Power Grips pedal systems. Requiring no special shoes, Power Grips are an easy-release alternative to toe clips and straps, as well as clipless pedal systems like Shimano SPD. ]
SMp - Side Mount Pedal - Makes a side mounted detachable pedal. USA.
Speedplay Pedal Systems - Offers a variety of lightweight, floating and dual-sided entry pedals for road and mountain bike. Product information, maintenance tips, FAQs, careers and contacts. Based in San Diego, California.
Time Sports - Manufacturer of pedals, shoes and composites for bicycle racing.
Meta Description: [ Time Sports is the manufacturer of the highest quality pedals, shoes and composites for bicycle racing and serious cycling. ]
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