Retractable steering column assembly and method
US10577009B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D1/105
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A selectively autonomous steering column assembly includes a steering column shaft. Also included is a steering input device coupled to the steering column shaft. Further included is a column adjustment assembly configured to translate the steering column shaft between a retracted position and a driving position. Yet further included is at least one signal indicating when the steering column shaft is in the driving position. When steering column shaft is in the retracted position, directional control is automated, and when the steering column shaft is returned to the driving position as indicated by the at least one signal, direction control via the steering input device is enabled.
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