Plunger assembly for a power steering system
US11148710B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D5/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A plunger assembly for a power steering system comprises a plunger and a tappet. The plunger is disposed within and longitudinally movable along a plunger passageway in a housing of the power steering system. The tappet is disposed within and longitudinally movable along a port defined by the housing. The port is disposed at an angle with respect to the plunger passageway within the housing. The port communicates with the plunger passageway and an area exterior of the power steering system. A power steering system and method of setting the same are also disclosed.
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