Active steering mechanism for automobiles

Mechanical engineering

Steering is the collection of components, linkages etc which allow a vessel (ship, boat) or vehicle (car, motorcycle, and bicycle) to follow the desired course. The basic aim of steering is to ensure that the wheels are pointing in the desired directions. This is generally achieved by a series of linkages, rods, pivots and gears. Many modern cars use rack and pinion steering mechanism, where the steering wheel turns the pinion gear; the pinion moves the rack, which is linear gear that meshes with the pinion, converting circular motion into linear motion along the transverse axis of the car. With the optional Active Steering mode, Steering wheel will offer proactive assistance on every bend and will react flexibly to the current driving situation. At low speeds, such as in the town or when parking, steering becomes more direct. Turning the steering wheel ever so slightly is enough to carry out the tightest maneuvers and park more easily. At high speeds, the required angle increases and the steering becomes more indirect. Now you can control the wheels more precisely with more turns of the steering wheel, and driving stability improves noticeably. The result is improved road holding and a confident steering sensation even at high speeds.

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