Steering column
US12391299B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 2024 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D1/185
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to a steering column, comprising: a first sleeve, a second sleeve and a gap elimination means. The first sleeve is received in the second sleeve in a telescopic way in a longitudinal direction. The gap elimination means includes an elastic pretensioning element and a wedge-shaped body, the wedge-shaped body having a first wedge-shaped surface and a second mating surface. The gap elimination means further comprises an intermediate element, the intermediate element having a third wedge-shaped surface which abuts the first wedge-shaped surface and has a shape fitted to the shape of the first wedge-shaped surface. The pretensioning element applies a pressing force to the wedge-shaped body via the intermediate element. The steering column according to the present disclosure is capable of stably maintaining a gapless state between the first sleeve and second sleeve, thus preventing noise.
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