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Translating steering column with reduced packaging space

US11999407B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 21, 2023
Grant dateJun 4, 2024
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Expiry dateFeb 21, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D5/006
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A column for a handwheel actuator of a steer by wire system may include a column casting, a steering jacket operably coupled to the column casting such that the steering jacket moves telescopically within the column casting for extending the handwheel and retracting the handwheel, and a tunable stroke limiter operably coupled to the steering jacket to limit stroke length of the steering jacket responsive to a barrier event.

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