Sensor mounting for power assisted steering system
US7448466B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02K7/116
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A power assisted steering system includes a steering assembly and a power assist assembly. The power assist assembly includes a motor having an output shaft that is connected to the steering assembly. A target disc is connected to the output shaft for rotation therewith. A control unit has a printed circuit board including at least one sensor supported thereon. The sensor is responsive to rotation of the target disc for generating a signal. The controller is responsive to the sensor signal for controlling the operation of the motor.
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