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Target magnet assembly for a sensor used with a steering gear

US8390276B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 27, 2010
Grant dateMar 5, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 12, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49009
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A target magnet assembly configured to be secured to a rotating shaft of a steering gear assembly. The target magnet assembly includes an index hub with a mount and a magnet secured by the mount. The mount includes a tab with a protrusion extending from the tab, a finger, and a stop. The magnet includes an axial retention groove receiving the finger, a top surface abutting the stop, and a radial retention groove receiving the protrusion.

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