Rotation-sensored rotary connector
US7254992B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 29, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01D5/34738
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotation-sensored rotary connector includes: a rotary connector for electrically connecting an electrical component installed on a steering to a vehicle-body side; and a rotation sensor for detecting a rotational angle of the steering; wherein the rotation sensor includes a rotor to be directly mounted on a steering shaft, and the rotary connector includes a rotor to be rotated in compliance with the rotor of the rotation sensor, thereby allowing to detect the rotational angle of the steering with an excellent precision.
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