Externally translating, internally telescoping steering column assembly
US12227224B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 29, 2023 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D5/006
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An axially adjustable steering column assembly includes an upper jacket. And a lower jacket. The steering column assembly further includes a column mounting bracket, wherein the lower jacket is operatively coupled to the column mounting bracket and translates relative to the column mounting bracket, wherein the column mounting bracket defines a first set of tapered rail slots, each of the first set of tapered rail slots disposed on opposite sides of the column mounting bracket and extending longitudinally along the column mounting bracket, wherein the lower jacket defines a second set of tapered rail slots, each of the second set of tapered rail slots disposed on opposite sides of the lower jacket and extending longitudinally along the lower jacket. The steering column assembly yet further includes a first pair of sliding wedge bushings disposed within the first set of tapered rail slots.
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