18127543. VEHICLE-HEIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM OF INDEPENDENT CORNER MODULE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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VEHICLE-HEIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM OF INDEPENDENT CORNER MODULE
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Youngil Sohn of Yongin-Si (KR)
VEHICLE-HEIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM OF INDEPENDENT CORNER MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18127543 titled 'VEHICLE-HEIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM OF INDEPENDENT CORNER MODULE
Simplified Explanation
The vehicle-height control system of an independent corner module described in the abstract includes components such as a suspension link, a gear unit, a control torsion bar, a torsion variation unit, and a controller. Here are some key points to explain the patent/innovation:
- Suspension link connected to a wheel and rotated based on wheel movement
- Gear unit connected to the vehicle body and the suspension link for receiving rotation force
- Control torsion bar connected to the gear unit and torsion variation unit for height adjustment
- Torsion variation unit applies drive force to adjust and maintain the height of the control torsion bar
- Controller connected to the torsion variation unit for adjusting the height of the control torsion bar
- Potential Applications
- Automotive industry for advanced suspension systems - Autonomous vehicles for improved stability and control
- Problems Solved
- Ensures consistent vehicle height for optimal performance - Enhances cornering capabilities and overall handling
- Benefits
- Improved ride comfort and stability - Enhanced safety and control while driving
- Potential Commercial Applications
- Optimizing Vehicle Performance with Independent Corner Modules
- Potential Commercial Applications
- Possible Prior Art
- Similar systems may exist in high-end luxury vehicles or racing cars
- Unanswered Questions
- How does this system compare to traditional suspension systems?
- This system offers more precise control over vehicle height and cornering abilities compared to traditional suspension systems.
- What impact could this technology have on the future of autonomous vehicles?
- This technology could enhance the stability and control of autonomous vehicles, leading to safer and more efficient transportation systems.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle-height control system of an independent corner module, includes a suspension link connected to a wheel and configured to be rotated according to upward-downward displace of the wheel, a gear unit connected to a vehicle body and a rotational center portion of the suspension link and configured to receive a rotation force from the suspension link, a control torsion bar, a first end portion thereof being connected to the gear unit and the second end portion thereof being connected to a torsion variation unit, the torsion variation unit applying a drive force to adjust a height of the control torsion bar and to maintain the adjusted height, and a controller connected to the torsion variation unit and adjusting the height of the control torsion bar.