Lock mechanism for steering assist system
US12109975B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 26, 2019 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D5/0409
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A steering assist system of a steering column assembly is provided. The system includes a worm rotatably driven by an actuator. The system also includes a worm gear having a first set of teeth and a second set of teeth, the first set of teeth in meshed engagement with the worm, the worm gear operatively coupled to a steering shaft. The system further includes a lock feature moveable into and out of engagement with the second set of teeth of the worm gear to define a locked condition and an unlocked condition of the worm gear.
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