Collapsible steering column

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1996-11-27

1999-09-07

Marmor, Charles A

Machine element or mechanism

Control lever and linkage systems

Hand operated

280777, 464134, 403279, 403281, B62D 119, B62D 120

Patent

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059469773

ABSTRACT:
A collapsible steering column includes a bellows tube with a corrugated portion in which the radius varies regularly along the length of the tube. A connective portion is located at both ends of the bellows tube, and transfer portions are located between each of the connective portions and the corrugated portion. By inserting a reinforcement into the end portion of the bellows tube, the strength and rigidity of the connective portion increases. Press forming, stamp forming, rivet forming, and/or adhesive methods are applied to connect the end portion of the bellows tube and the reinforcement.

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