Intuitive drive-by-wire steering with redundant mechanical control
US9434431B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 10, 2014 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62K21/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drive-by-wire steering system on a vehicle requiring counter-steering includes a driver input mechanism, for example, a steering wheel, joystick, voice command receiver, or keyboard, and a control system. A sensor receives driver input and sends that information to the control system. An engagement mechanism, for example, a clutch, separates the driver input mechanism from controlling the vehicle. The control system further includes at least one actuator, a wheel, and a mechanical linkage controllable via the engagement mechanism in order for the control system to articulate a steering mechanism, for example, the front wheel of the vehicle, as appropriate.
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