Steering device and method for producing a steering device
US12397850B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D5/0424
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A steering device includes a steering housing configured to receive and/or to hold at least one steering component, the steering housing including at least one housing section that is made from synthetic material, and a sensor unit which is configured to detect at least one detection variable. The sensor unit is configured to detect a surface characteristic of the at least one steering component and/or to detect a foreign substance penetrating the steering housing. The sensor unit is connected in a bonded manner to the at least one housing section and is integrated and/or embedded at least to a large extent in the synthetic material of the at least one housing section.
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