Steering Shaft Clutch Switching Between Driving and Game Modes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current vehicle steering systems lack the ability to seamlessly transition between real driving mode and simulated driving mode, limiting user experience and functionality.
Innovation Solution
A vehicle steering system incorporating a clutch mechanism with an engaging and disengaging state, allowing the steering shaft sections to move axially, enabling switching between driving and game modes by establishing or disconnecting the transmission connection between the steering wheel and steering gear.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a clutch mechanism is added to enable switching between driving mode and game mode, then the adaptability of the steering system is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The steering shaft is divided into multiple sections (first shaft section and second shaft section) that can be independently positioned. The clutch mechanism segments the power transmission path, allowing selective engagement or disengagement of the connection between shaft sections, thereby enabling mode switching while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The steering system transitions from a static fixed connection to a dynamic adjustable connection. The clutch mechanism allows the steering shaft sections to move axially relative to each other, enabling the system to dynamically switch between engaged (driving mode) and disengaged (game mode) states based on operational requirements.
2Ease of operation
If the steering shaft sections are made movable in axial direction to implement clutch engagement/disengagement, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability of torque transmission may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
A clutch mechanism acts as an intermediary component between the first and second shaft sections. This mediator enables easy axial movement for engagement/disengagement while providing reliable torque transmission when engaged, through the interaction of clutch plates and friction surfaces that ensure stable power transfer.
Solution Approach 2:
The traditional purely mechanical fixed connection is replaced with a controlled mechanical system incorporating friction-based clutch engagement. This substitution allows operational flexibility through axial movement while maintaining transmission reliability through friction surface contact between clutch components.
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AI summary
A vehicle steering system and a vehicle are provided. The vehicle steering system includes a steering shaft and a steering transmission shaft. The steering shaft or the steering transmission shaft includes a first shaft section and a second shaft section. A clutch mechanism is arranged between the first shaft section and the second shaft section. In an engaging state, a transmission connection is established between the first shaft section and the second shaft section, and in this case, a controller determines that the vehicle enters a driving mode. In a disengaging state, the transmission connection between the first shaft section and the second shaft section is disconnected, and in this case, the controller determines that the vehicle enters a game mode.