Contactless absolute rake position sensor for power adjustable columns
US11136059B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 6, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 5, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D15/0215
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments described herein are for a position sensor system integrated into a steering column assembly of a vehicle. The position sensor includes an elongated target comprising a sloping top surface, a first arcuate lateral surface, a second arcuate lateral surface, and an attachment feature for connecting the elongated target to a moveable part of the steering column assembly. The position sensor also includes a sensor device comprising an attachment feature for connecting the sensor device to a stationary part of the steering column assembly and a sensor situated over the sloping top surface of the elongated target. The sensor is configured to detect a position of the elongated target relative to the sensor, where the position of the elongated target corresponds to a position of a steering column of the steering column assembly.
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