Computer-Aided Analysis of a Steering Column Using Cardan Universal Joints 841204
The methodology has been developed to analyze the forces and stresses in a steering column with any arbitrary Cardan univeral joint system. Various forces and moments in a two Cardan joint system supported by two anti-friction radial bearings on both the input and output shaft have been determined as a function of shaft rotational angle. It is assumed that the torque and axial force in the input shaft are given. With this assumption, 30 unknowns are solved from 30 simultaneous force and moment equilibrium equations for the three shafts and two crosses. This general analysis will determine bearing loadings, torque variations within the system, and allow calculation of stress fields within critical components. A more efficient design for the system can be realized with the results of such an analysis.
Citation: Cowles, J. and Chiu, Y., "Computer-Aided Analysis of a Steering Column Using Cardan Universal Joints," SAE Technical Paper 841204, 1984, https://doi.org/10.4271/841204. Download Citation
Author(s):
John H. Cowles, Y. P. Chiu
Affiliated:
The Torrington Co., Research Dept.
Pages: 14
Event:
Passenger Car Meeting & Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
Also in:
SAE 1984 Transactions-V93-84
Related Topics:
Cardan joint
Bearings
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