Option A - Foot Pad

Option A -- Rounded Corners on 2 Faces

In Option A the joint between the pedal bar and the foot pad was redesigned with larger rounded edges on the front and back.

This will significantly reduce stress concentrations during cooling and solidification, as well as in service.

However, there is still a sharp transition between the foot pad and the long edge of the pedal bar. This region needs a smoother transition to reduce the isolation of the "hot zone" and avoid sharp stress-concentrations at the corners.

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and reconsider your choice.

An Example in Aluminum Casting The Corvette Brake Pedal