Steering column support for a collapsible steering column

Details Steering column support for a collapsible steering column Steering column support for a collapsible steering column

1995-04-05

1997-03-11

Marmor, Charles A.

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Hand operated

280777, 188371, B62D 111

Patent

active

056090633

ABSTRACT:
A steering column support (26) for mounting an energy absorbing steering column within a motor vehicle includes a strap (30) that extends transversely with respect to the steering axis A and has a central portion (32) that mounts the steering column as well as having opposite ends (38) each of which include a mounting portion (40) for mounting on the vehicle. The support (26) also includes a guide (52) secured to the vehicle. The guide (52) extends along a predetermined axis and the strap (30) includes a hook (42) disposed adjacent to the guide (52). Collapse of the steering column along the steering axis A deforms the strap to absorb energy while the hook (42) engages the guide (52) to direct the steering column to a predetermined orientation during the collapse of the steering column.

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