Independent corner module
US12252199B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 12, 2022 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 4, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2500/40
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An embodiment independent corner module includes a knuckle unit positioned on an inner side surface of a wheel, a steering unit disposed to face a strut coupled to the knuckle unit, the steering unit having a center shaft configured to be fixed to a vehicle body and configured to rotate about the center shaft, a guide rail configured to define a movement path through which the steering unit rotates and moves, and a rack steering unit positioned in the steering unit, fastened to the knuckle unit, and configured to apply rotating force to the knuckle unit in response to a movement in a longitudinal direction.
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