Machine element or mechanism – Control lever and linkage systems – Hand operated
Patent
1992-01-31
1995-05-30
Herrmann, Allan D.
Machine element or mechanism
Control lever and linkage systems
Hand operated
280775, 318466, 318475, B62D 118
Patent
active
054192153
ABSTRACT:
An automatic steering wheel pivoting mechanism includes a unique mount structure such that two engaged mechanical elements which pivot the steering wheel are both mounted in a cantilever-like fashion at one lateral side. This decreases the lateral size required for the pivoting mechanism. The mechanical elements are mounted in boss members extending outwardly of a steering column and a wheel column such that they are securely connected to the respective columns. In a further feature of the present invention, a motor for the mechanical members monitors the resistance to further pivoting of the steering wheel, and shuts the motor off should that force exceed a predetermined maximum.
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Beard Garry E.
Herron Ross
Herrmann Allan D.
Ultra-Precision Manufacturing Ltd.
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