Power steering assembly having a compensation mechanism
US11073204B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 30, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 27, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2057/127
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A bearing adjustment assembly includes a worm engaged with a worm gear. The assembly also includes a worm bearing located proximate an end of the worm. The assembly further includes a compensation mechanism engaging the worm bearing, the compensation mechanism being adjustable to bias the worm bearing to maintain or adjust a gear mesh load between the worm gear and the worm.
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