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Variable ride height systems and methods

US9428242B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 19, 2015
Grant dateAug 30, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62K2025/045
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Actuator assemblies and methods and systems for using the same. One actuator assembly includes an actuator, and a controller. The controller is configured to receive a command signal from a vehicle electronic control unit, receive a data signal from a sensor, determine a control signal for the actuator based on the command signal from the vehicle electronic control unit and the data signal from the sensor, transmit the control signal to the actuator, determine a status signal based on the control signal, and transmit the status signal to the vehicle electronic control unit.

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