Mechanism for absorbing energy transmitted through a vehicle ste

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1991-05-03

1992-07-21

Herrmann, Allan D.

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Hand operated

188371, 280777, 74493, B62D 118

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051312867

ABSTRACT:
A mechanism for absorbing energy transmitted through a vehicle steering column in an impact situation having a steering column support bracket which houses a clamp bolt for positionally adjusting the steering column. The bolt is located by cam/spacers which are located in a slot; a slanted slot extension is provided which has a smaller width than the diameter of the bolt. Upon impact by the driver into the steering wheel, the bolt is forced into the slot extension, thereby deforming the slot which absorbs energy as it yields.

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