A climbing wall includes a frame with a guiding channel. A plurality of panels slide in the guiding channel and present a climbing surface with protrusions for climbing. The frame includes a section where the plurality of panels pivot out of the guiding channel when loaded with a climber's weight. An actuator is engaged by torque generated when one of the plurality of panels pivots out of the guiding channel. A braking mechanism is coupled to the actuator. The braking mechanism applies an arresting force to the plurality of panels when the actuator is engaged.
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This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/807,273, filed Jul. 13, 2006, entitled "Actuator For Climbing Wall Braking Mechanism", the entire application of which is incorporated herein by reference.
