Steering column bracket assembly
US5228359A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 18, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D1/195
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A steering column bracket assembly for a collapsible vehicle steering column includes at least one support bracket for attaching one portion of the steering column to vehicle support structure and a mounting bracket for attaching another portion of the steering column to vehicle support structure and including a structure for restraining movement of the steering column along its longitudinal axis. The steering column bracket assembly also includes a structure attached to the mounting bracket for absorbing energy of the steering column during a collision type impact of the vehicle.
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