Apparatus and method for connecting a control module to a steering column
US8132828B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20256
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for connecting a steering column control module to a steering column of a vehicle comprises a bracket for mounting the steering column control module and a collet for interconnecting the bracket and the steering column. The collet snaps into engagement with the bracket and with the steering column. One of the bracket and the collet includes a first projection and the other of the bracket and the collet including a recess for receiving the first projection. The recess includes a second projection for engagement with the first projection when the first projection is received in the recess.
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