公开(公告)号：US20180079444A1

公开(公告)日：2018-03-22

申请号：US15267245

申请日：2016-09-16

Applicant: STEERING SOLUTIONS IP HOLDING CORPORATION

Inventor： Shawn A. Haring ,  Gregory D. Brezinski ,  Chase A. Szostak ,  Carl R. Castanier

IPC: B62D1/185 ,  F16C19/54 ,  F16C3/035 ,  F16D3/06

CPC classification number: F16D3/065 ,  B62D1/16 ,  B62D1/20 ,  F16C3/035 ,  F16C19/54 ,  F16C2326/01 ,  F16C2326/24

Abstract: A roller I-shaft includes an inner shaft, a hollow outer member, and a plurality of bearings. The inner shaft extends along an axis, and includes an outward face defining a plurality of first and second grooves that both extend axially and are alternately spaced circumferentially from one-another. The outer member is disposed radially outward from the inner shaft and includes an inward surface defining a plurality of first channels substantially aligned with the plurality of first grooves, and a plurality of second channels substantially aligned with the plurality of second grooves. The first grooves and the first channels form a plurality of first bearing races, and the second grooves and the second channels form a plurality of second bearing races. The plurality of bearings are disposed in a selected plurality of bearing races comprising one of the plurality of first bearing races and the plurality of second bearing races.

公开(公告)号：US20170057535A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-02

申请号：US14839288

申请日：2015-08-28

Applicant: Steering Solutions IP Holding Corporation

Inventor： Michael C. Vermeersch ,  Arthur W. Nellett ,  James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: B62D1/184 ,  B62D1/181 ,  B62D1/185

CPC classification number: B62D1/184 ,  B62D1/185

Abstract: An electronic release linkage assembly for a vehicle steering column includes a stationary portion of a steering column. Also included is a module mounting bracket of an electronic release module coupled to the stationary portion of the steering column. Further included is a cam bracket assembly coupled to a steering column mounting bracket, the cam bracket assembly configured to selectively apply a clamping force on the steering column upon receipt of input from the electronic release module, the cam bracket assembly comprising a lever arm rotatable about a cam axis. Yet further included is a link member coupled at a first link member end to the release module with a gear pin extending from the electronic release module, the link member coupled at a second link member end to the lever arm, the link member transferring an input from the release module to drive rotation of the lever arm.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆转向柱的电子释放连杆组件包括转向柱的固定部分。 还包括耦合到转向柱的固定部分的电子释放模块的模块安装支架。 还包括一个联接到转向柱安装支架的凸轮支架组件，该凸轮支架组件构造成在接收到来自电子释放模块的输入时选择性地在转向柱上施加夹紧力，该凸轮支架组件包括一个可围绕 凸轮轴。 还包括一个连杆构件，该连杆构件在第一连杆构件端处连接到释放模块，其具有从电子释放模块延伸的齿轮销，所述连杆构件在第二连杆构件端连接到杆臂，所述连杆构件将输入 从释放模块驱动杠杆臂的旋转。

公开(公告)号：US20160347347A1

公开(公告)日：2016-12-01

申请号：US14840631

申请日：2015-08-31

Applicant: Steering Solutions IP Holding Corporation

Inventor： Frank P. Lubischer ,  John F. Schulz ,  James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: B62D1/181 ,  F16H25/20

CPC classification number: B62D1/181 ,  B62D1/02 ,  F16H25/2025 ,  F16H35/18 ,  G05D1/0088

Abstract: A steering column assembly is provided and includes a steering column shaft and a column adjustment assembly configured to translate the steering column shaft between a retracted position and a deployed position. A disengagement assembly selectively couples a steering column telescope lead screw to the column adjustment assembly. The disengagement assembly is configured to selectively disengage the telescope lead screw from the column adjustment assembly to facilitate manual movement of the steering column shaft between the retracted position and the deployed position.

Abstract translation: 提供转向柱组件并且包括转向柱轴和列调节组件，其被配置成在缩回位置和展开位置之间平移转向柱轴。 分离组件选择性地将转向柱望远镜导螺杆连接到柱调节组件。 分离组件构造成选择性地将望远镜导螺杆与列调节组件分离，以便于转向柱轴在缩回位置和展开位置之间的手动移动。

公开(公告)号：US10544821B2

公开(公告)日：2020-01-28

申请号：US15334754

申请日：2016-10-26

Applicant: STEERING SOLUTIONS IP HOLDING CORPORATION

Inventor： James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: F16B39/22 ,  F16B39/286

Abstract: A self-locking insert includes an insert body having an outer surface. Also included is a bore extending through the insert body, the bore defining an inner surface and configured to receive a lead screw. Further included is a self-locking feature configured to engage a holder to retain the self-locking insert in a predetermined position, the self-locking feature comprising at least one lug configured to be compressed by the holder during installation of the self-locking insert in the holder, the self-locking insert configured to be pressed into position in the holder. Yet further included is a de-lashing feature configured to interference fittingly engage the holder.

公开(公告)号：US09506495B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-29

申请号：US14278702

申请日：2014-05-15

Applicant: STEERING SOLUTIONS IP HOLDING CORPORATION

Inventor： James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: F16B39/30 ,  F16B39/286

CPC classification number: F16B39/286

Abstract: A self-locking insert and a linear actuator having a self-locking insert are provided. The self-locking insert includes an insert body having an outer surface, a bore extending through the insert body, the bore defining an inner surface, a self-locking feature configured to engage a holder to retain the self-locking insert in a predetermined position, and a de-lashing feature configured to interference fittingly engage the holder.

Abstract translation: 提供自锁插入件和具有自锁插入件的线性致动器。 自锁插入件包括具有外表面的插入体，延伸穿过插入体的孔，限定内表面的孔;构造成接合保持器以将自锁插入件保持在预定位置的自锁特征 以及被配置为干涉地适配地接合保持器的去绑定特征。

公开(公告)号：US20140377031A1

公开(公告)日：2014-12-25

申请号：US14278702

申请日：2014-05-15

Applicant: STEERING SOLUTIONS IP HOLDING CORPORATION

Inventor： James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: F16B39/28

CPC classification number: F16B39/286

Abstract: A self-locking insert and a linear actuator having a self-locking insert are provided. The self-locking insert includes an insert body having an outer surface, a bore extending through the insert body, the bore defining an inner surface, a self-locking feature configured to engage a holder to retain the self-locking insert in a predetermined position, and a de-lashing feature configured to interference fittingly engage the holder.

Abstract translation: 提供自锁插入件和具有自锁插入件的线性致动器。 自锁插入件包括具有外表面的插入体，延伸穿过插入体的孔，限定内表面的孔;构造成接合保持器以将自锁插入件保持在预定位置的自锁特征 以及被配置为干涉地适配地接合保持器的去绑定特征。

公开(公告)号：US11904927B2

公开(公告)日：2024-02-20

申请号：US17568272

申请日：2022-01-04

Applicant: Steering Solutions IP Holding Corporation

Inventor： James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: B62D1/16 ,  B62D1/18 ,  B62D1/181 ,  B62D1/183

CPC classification number: B62D1/18 ,  B62D1/181 ,  B62D1/183

Abstract: A steering column includes a steering column component. The steering column also includes a driven assembly operatively coupled to the steering column component. The steering column further includes a driving assembly. The steering column yet further includes a connection assembly that includes a connection gear having a first set of teeth operatively connected to the driving assembly, the connection gear having a set of gear clutch teeth. The connection assembly also includes a clutch member operatively connected to the driven assembly, the driven assembly moving along an axis in response to actuation from the driving assembly and causes the provided axially adjustable steering column to be adjusted along the axis, the clutch member having a set of clutch member teeth. The clutch member teeth and the gear clutch teeth are disengaged in an overload state.

公开(公告)号：US09840271B2

公开(公告)日：2017-12-12

申请号：US15193692

申请日：2016-06-27

Applicant: STEERING SOLUTIONS IP HOLDING CORPORATION

Inventor： James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring ,  Michael Srda ,  Todd M. King

IPC: B62D1/187 ,  B62D1/181

CPC classification number: B62D1/187 ,  B62D1/181

Abstract: A steering column assembly includes an outer jacket, an inner jacket, a pin, and a bracket. The inner jacket is configured to telescopically slide with respect to the outer jacket along a telescopic axis. The pin is engaged to and projects radially outward from one of the inner and outer jackets. The bracket is pivotally engaged to the other of the inner and outer jackets, and includes first and second surfaces that extend substantially axially and are generally opposed to one-another for selective contact with the pin to limit a pivoting range as a function of telescopic position.

公开(公告)号：US20170057536A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-02

申请号：US14880775

申请日：2015-10-12

Applicant: Steering Solutions IP Holding Corporation

Inventor： Michael C. Vermeersch ,  Arthur W. Nellett ,  James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: B62D1/184

CPC classification number: B62D1/184

Abstract: An electronic release linkage assembly for a vehicle steering column includes a stationary portion of a steering column. Also included is a module mounting bracket of an electronic release module, the module mounting bracket coupled to the stationary portion. Further included is a cam bracket assembly operatively coupled to a steering column mounting bracket, the cam bracket assembly configured to selectively apply a clamping force on the steering column upon receipt of input from the electronic release module, the cam bracket assembly comprising a lever arm rotatable about a cam axis. Yet further included is a link member that is collapsible and operatively coupled at a first link member end to the electronic release module and at a second link member end to the lever arm, the collapsible link member configured to collapse in response to a load imparted by the cam bracket assembly in excess of a predetermined load.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆转向柱的电子释放连杆组件包括转向柱的固定部分。 还包括电子释放模块的模块安装支架，模块安装支架联接到固定部分。 还包括一个可操作地联接到转向柱安装支架的凸轮支架组件，该凸轮支架组件构造成在接收到来自电子释放模块的输入时选择性地在转向柱上施加夹紧力，该凸轮支架组件包括一个可旋转的杠杆臂 关于凸轮轴。 还包括一个连杆构件，其可折叠并且在第一连杆构件端处可操作地联接到电子释放模块，并且在第二连杆构件端处连接到杠杆臂，该可折叠连杆构件构造成响应于由 凸轮支架组件超过预定负载。

公开(公告)号：US20170045079A1

公开(公告)日：2017-02-16

申请号：US15334754

申请日：2016-10-26

Applicant: STEERING SOLUTIONS IP HOLDING CORPORATION

Inventor： James E. Rouleau ,  Shawn A. Haring

IPC: F16B39/286

CPC classification number: F16B39/286

Abstract: A self-locking insert includes an insert body having an outer surface. Also included is a bore extending through the insert body, the bore defining an inner surface and configured to receive a lead screw. Further included is a self-locking feature configured to engage a holder to retain the self-locking insert in a predetermined position, the self-locking feature comprising at least one lug configured to be compressed by the holder during installation of the self-locking insert in the holder, the self-locking insert configured to be pressed into position in the holder. Yet further included is a de-lashing feature configured to interference fittingly engage the holder.

Abstract translation: 自锁插入件包括具有外表面的插入体。 还包括延伸穿过插入体的孔，孔限定内表面并且构造成接纳导螺杆。 进一步包括自锁特征，其被配置为接合保持器以将自锁插入件保持在预定位置，该自锁特征包括构造成在安装自锁插入件期间被保持器压缩的至少一个突出部 在所述保持器中，所述自锁插入件构造成被压入所述保持器中的适当位置。 还包括一种配置为干涉地适配地接合保持器的去绑定特征。