Toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha (20240336099). WHEEL-SIDE DEVICE AND SUSPENSION DEVICE simplified abstract
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WHEEL-SIDE DEVICE AND SUSPENSION DEVICE
Organization Name
toyota jidosha kabushiki kaisha
Inventor(s)
Hidehiro Takenaka of Miyoshi-shi (JP)
WHEEL-SIDE DEVICE AND SUSPENSION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240336099 titled 'WHEEL-SIDE DEVICE AND SUSPENSION DEVICE
The abstract describes a wheel-side device for vehicles, including a drive mechanism on a suspension arm connecting a wheel support member to a body-side member of the vehicle, and a steering actuator to steer the wheel without a link member.
- Drive mechanism on suspension arm connects wheel support member to body-side member
- Output shaft of drive actuator connected to wheel via constant velocity joint
- Steering actuator provided between suspension arm and wheel support member to steer the wheel
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicles with advanced steering capabilities - Autonomous vehicles for precise control and maneuverability
Problems Solved: - Improved steering control without the need for a link member - Enhanced driving experience with more responsive steering
Benefits: - Increased safety and stability on the road - Better handling and maneuverability for drivers - Potential for integration with autonomous driving systems
Commercial Applications: - Automotive manufacturers looking to enhance steering systems - Companies developing autonomous vehicle technology - Aftermarket upgrades for vehicles seeking improved steering performance
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the steering actuator improve the vehicle's maneuverability? 2. What advantages does the constant velocity joint offer in this wheel-side device?
Original Abstract Submitted
a wheel-side device provided for each of a plurality of wheels of a vehicle includes: a drive mechanism provided on a suspension arm connecting a wheel support member that supports the wheel and a body-side member of the vehicle and including a drive actuator, an output shaft of the drive actuator being connected to the wheel via a constant velocity joint to rotationally drive the wheel; and a steering actuator provided between the suspension arm and the wheel support member without a link member interposed therebetween and configured to steer the wheel.