Steering-column crash system
US6530600B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 8, 2001 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D1/195
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a steering device for motor vehicles, comprising a steering shaft that is guided by a guide box (3) which is connected to a retaining console and, for example, clamped. The console has at least one sliding surface (8) along the axis of the shaft (1) which allows for a displacement path (20) with respect to the chassis (18) in the case of a collision. Clamping means (17) are provided for axial retention of the console (6) in an initial position of said displacement path (20). Spacers (26, 27) are provided inbetween the sliding surfaces (8, 12) at a distance from the clamping means (17). When clamping occurs, said spacers cause flexural warping of the retaining device and increase the stability of the device.
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