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Stabilizer control apparatus

US7384047B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2005
Grant dateJun 10, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 13, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60G2800/9122
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In a stabilizer control apparatus for a vehicle, a stabilizer includes a pair of stabilizer bars disposed between a right wheel and a left wheel of the vehicle, and an actuator having an electric motor disposed between the stabilizer bars. A turning determination device is provided for determining a turning operation of the vehicle. And, a controller is provided for controlling the electric motor in response to the result determined by the turning determination device. The electric motor is substantially prohibited from being fed with electric current, when the turning operation of the vehicle is being decreased.

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