20240017579. WHEEL MODULE simplified abstract (TODA RACING Co., Ltd.)
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WHEEL MODULE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Yukio Toda of Kurashiki-shi (JP)
Yuta Suzuki of Kariya-city (JP)
WHEEL MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240017579 titled 'WHEEL MODULE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a wheel module for a vehicle that includes a tire, a steering unit, a driving unit, a braking unit, and a suspension mechanism. The steering unit generates a steering force for the tire, the driving unit generates a driving force for the tire, and the braking unit generates a braking force for the tire. The suspension mechanism is supported by upper and lower end fulcrums to reduce vibration and impact from the road surface. The lower end fulcrum is positioned away from the tire central axis when viewed from the side surface of the tire.
- The wheel module includes a tire, steering unit, driving unit, braking unit, and suspension mechanism.
- The steering unit generates a steering force for the tire.
- The driving unit generates a driving force for the tire.
- The braking unit generates a braking force for the tire.
- The suspension mechanism is supported by upper and lower end fulcrums.
- The lower end fulcrum is positioned away from the tire central axis when viewed from the side surface of the tire.
Potential Applications:
- Automotive industry - This wheel module can be used in various types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles, to improve steering, driving, braking, and suspension performance.
Problems Solved:
- Vibration and impact from the road surface - The suspension mechanism with upper and lower end fulcrums helps reduce the transmission of vibration and impact, providing a smoother ride for the vehicle occupants.
Benefits:
- Improved steering performance - The steering unit generates a steering force, allowing for better control and maneuverability of the vehicle.
- Enhanced driving performance - The driving unit generates a driving force, improving acceleration and overall performance of the vehicle.
- Enhanced braking performance - The braking unit generates a braking force, enabling better stopping power and control.
- Reduced vibration and impact - The suspension mechanism with upper and lower end fulcrums helps minimize the effects of road surface irregularities, providing a more comfortable and stable ride.
Original Abstract Submitted
a wheel module for a vehicle includes a tire, a steering unit, a driving unit, a braking unit, and a suspension mechanism. the steering unit is configured to output a steering force for the tire. the driving unit is configured to output a driving force for the tire. the braking unit is configured to output a braking force for the tire. the suspension mechanism is supported by an upper end fulcrum and a lower end fulcrum so as to reduce vibration or impact transmitted from a road surface. an imaginary straight line extending along a vertical direction and passing through a center of the tire in a radial direction and in a width direction of the tire is defined as a tire central axis. the lower end fulcrum of the suspension mechanism is positioned away from the tire central axis when viewed from a side surface of the tire.