Electrically-assisted steering mechanism for vehicles
US7055647B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D5/0409
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle steering mechanism includes an electrical power assist device connected with the steering shaft by an adjustable coupling, thereby to permit accurate perfect alignment between the output shaft of the power assist device and the steering shaft on the steering axis of the mechanism. One or more transverse connecting members may be provided between the flange portions of the swivel plate and the front face of the housing of the power assist device.
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