Independent corner module
US11820449B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2022 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2204/421
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An embodiment independent corner module includes a knuckle unit positioned at an inward area of a wheel, an upper arm fastened between an upper end of the knuckle unit and a vehicle body, a lower arm fastened between a lower end of the knuckle unit and the vehicle body, a steering unit configured to input a steering angle to the knuckle unit by being rotated with respect to the lower arm, and a rack steering unit positioned under the steering unit and fastened to the knuckle unit, the rack steering unit being configured to apply a rotating force to the knuckle unit by varying a length thereof.
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