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Retractable steering column assembly having lever, vehicle having retractable steering column assembly, and method

US9809155B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2015
Grant dateNov 7, 2017
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Expiry dateOct 27, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D1/183
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A steering column assembly includes a steering column having a longitudinal axis; and a lever. The lever includes a first end and a second end. The second end of the lever is attached to the steering column. A hinge is disposed between the first end and the second end of the lever. The first end of the lever is biased away from the steering column in a first condition and folded at the hinge towards the steering column in a second condition.

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