Abstract: The present invention relates to a grid system for supplying power to a black box for a vehicle by means of photovoltaic power generation, the grid system comprising: a solar cell unit for generating power by using photovoltaic power generation; a main system for supplying a black box with the power generated from the solar cell unit; and an internal battery for storing the power which is from the main system and generated by a solar cell unit. The effectiveness is provided in which, if photovoltaic power generation is not performed due to a change in the amount of sunlight or the vehicle's parking state, discharging of a battery inside a vehicle is prevented by enabling the supply of power first from an internal battery that stores the power from photovoltaic power generation.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for securing wiring to a grommet with embedded lubricant by employing a series of pressure rings both on the interior and exterior of the grommet opening. In exemplary implementation, a tie strap is tightened around the wiring and then forced into the grommet opening before a second tie strap is tightened around both the wiring and grommet opening.

Abstract: An information notification apparatus includes a camera; a memory; and a processor coupled to the memory and configured to perform line-of-sight detection on an image captured by the camera, calculate a forward gaze degree of a gaze directed to a predetermined area in accordance with a line-of-sight direction obtained in line-of-sight detection; execute a notification to an outside in a first information if the forward gaze degree is lower than a first threshold; and execute the notification in a second information which information is less than the first information if the forward gaze degree is higher than or equal to the first threshold.

Abstract: The present invention addresses the problems of: providing a power supply system that does not cause a microcontroller to reset even when an abnormality occurs in the output of a third power supply within a battery voltage range in which an electronic control device ensures operation; and achieving said power supply system at low cost. An electronic control device is provided with: a first power supply circuit that outputs a predetermined voltage; a second power supply circuit that is disposed downstream from the first power supply circuit and that outputs a predetermined voltage; and a third power supply circuit that is disposed downstream from the first power supply circuit and that outputs a predetermined voltage. The electronic control device is characterized by comprising a means that makes it possible to switch the circuit operation state of the third power supply circuit in accordance with the states of the first to third power supply circuits.

Abstract: A retractable step and side bar assembly that can be used for raised vehicles, such as trucks. The retractable step can be configured to provide for significant reach in a deployed position to allow for a user to enter the raised vehicle. Further, in the stowed position the retractable step can be located within the side bar, thereby providing a low profile as well as an enhanced aesthetic appearance.

Abstract: A motor vehicle has a vehicle part that is designed and configured to be mounted in the exterior area of the motor vehicle. The vehicle part includes at least one sensor electrode of a capacitive proximity sensor. The at least one sensor electrode is disposed on a visible side of the vehicle part. The vehicle part is an underrun guard formed from sheet metal.

Abstract: In a seatbelt device, at a time of an emergency of a vehicle, gas is supplied into a tube, and gas within the tube is supplied into a chest bag of a bag, and the chest bag is inflated and expanded. Here, at a time when gas is supplied into the tube, due to the tube being inflated between a webbing and a lower side peripheral surface of an insert-through hole of a tongue, a transverse direction other side portion of the bag is crushed by the tube, and gas that is within the chest bag passing via the transverse direction other side portion of the bag into a waist bag of the bag is limited. Therefore, the chest bag can be inflated and expanded at an early stage.

Abstract: A safety restraint system for a vehicle seat having a frame, a seat back and a lower seat cushion supported on the frame includes an airbag having an inflatable pelvis restraint portion. The inflatable pelvis restraint portion extends across the lower seat cushion between a first lateral side and a second lateral side of the inflatable pelvis restraint portion. At least one of the first and second lateral sides is laterally movable relative to the lower seat cushion upon inflation of the airbag. The inflatable portion may be secured to the vehicle seat with a mounting strap.

Abstract: A vehicle security system may include a vehicle controller and a first wireless communications device carried by the vehicle, and a wireless security sensor(s). The wireless security sensor(s) may include a portable housing, a motion sensor carried by the portable housing to detect motion thereof, a second wireless communications device carried by the portable housing to communicate with the first wireless communications device, and a sensor controller carried by the portable housing. The sensor controller may cooperate with the motion sensor and the second wireless communications device to determine when motion of the portable housing exceeds a first security alert threshold and send a first security alert message to the vehicle controller based thereon, and determine when the first security alert threshold is exceeded for a predetermined time and enter a power saving mode. The vehicle controller may generate a first alarm responsive to the first security alert message.

Abstract: A vehicle security device antenna LED status indicator, matching the host of a vehicle security system installed inside a vehicle, said antenna unit including: a circuit structure with relevant electronic components such as a wireless transceiver; an LED to display the received signal and usage status, electrically connected to the circuit structure; and a light-guiding structure, corresponding and abutting to the LED, with the end of the light-guiding structure away from the LED bonded with a light hood; the antenna light unit is attached to the windshield at the place behind the internal rearview mirror. When the anti-theft system of the vehicle is activated, the antenna light unit will distinctively indicate that the vehicle is under the anti-theft status.

Abstract: The inventive relates to a method for external operation of an actuator of a vehicle having an optical sensor. The following steps are provided: obtaining an approach of a person in an approach area of the optical sensor; determining, within an obtaining area of the optical sensor, a targeted approach of a person's steps towards an operating area of the optical sensor; and operating the actuator when a step made into the operating area of the optical sensor is determined. It is the object of the invention to simplify the operation of an actuator of a vehicle by a gesture.

Abstract: Lock cylinder (10) for at least an ignition starter switch (50) or a wheel lock (70) at a vehicle with a cylinder core (12) which is at least pivotably received in a cylinder housing (11) wherein in the cylinder core (12) at least one blocking element (13) is provided which prevents a rotation of the cylinder core (12) in the cylinder housing (11) in a blocking position and in a releasing position releases a rotation in the cylinder housing (11) and wherein a key channel (12.1) extents through the cylinder core (12) in which a key (14) is insertable and with which the blocking element (13) is movable between the blocking position and the releasing position and wherein by the cylinder core (12) at least two rotation positions (0, III) can be occupied, namely an off-position (0) and a starting position (III) wherein in the off-position (0) a key (14) is insertable and detractable in the key channel (12.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a communication unit for transmitting a Low Frequency (LF) signal including a test value to an external device, and for receiving a Radio Frequency (RF) signal including a verification value from the external device, a timer for determining a passage time from a point of time of transmission of the test value to a point of time of reception of the verification value, and a controller for authenticating the external device based on the passage time and whether the test value and the verification value correspond to each other.

Abstract: A vehicle-use communication system configured to detect the position of a portable device. The system includes an in-vehicle device transmitting a signal from a plurality of antennas in the vehicle when any one of a plurality of operation parts on an outer face of a vehicle is operated. A portable device receives the transmitted signal and measures the signal strength of the received signal, and transmits a response signal containing the signal strength. The in-vehicle device stores information concerning each of a plurality of areas of the vehicle cabin. The in-vehicle device identifies the operated operation part and selects information concerning one area, in which the operation part has been identified, from the information concerning the plurality of areas. On the basis of the received signal strengths and the information concerning the selected one area, the in-vehicle device determines whether the portable device is located within the area.

Abstract: A vehicle communication system includes a vehicle mounted device equipped to a vehicle, a mobile device carried by a user and performing a wireless communication with the vehicle side communication unit, a mobile terminal carried by the user and performing a wireless communication with the mobile device. The mobile terminal acquires a parking position of the vehicle when the user gets off the vehicle, detects a position of the mobile terminal, and calculates a distance between the parking position and the mobile terminal based on the parking position and the position of the mobile terminal. When the calculated distance falls within a predetermined range, the mobile terminal transmits, to the mobile device, distance information including the calculated distance. When receiving the distance information, the mobile device transmits, to the vehicle mounted device, approach information including the distance information.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a total reflection type rain sensor using a mirror, which is attached to a glass of a vehicle to detect raindrops falling onto the glass of the vehicle and outputs a signal capable of controlling speed and cycle of a wiper of the vehicle according to the amount and falling frequency of raindrops detected.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a washer fluid distribution device (1) comprising a connectors support (9) comprising a base (31) equipped with a fixing device (18) configured to hold at least one hydraulic coupling (7, 8) at a location on the base (31), characterized in that a housing (35) accommodating a heating element (36) of the distribution device (1) is formed in the connector support (9), a wall portion delimiting the housing (35) being intended to be in contact with the at least one hydraulic coupling (7, 8). The present invention also relates to a washing and/or wiping system comprising a distribution device (1).

Abstract: A vehicle-washing installation, a method for cleaning a vehicle, and a cleaning agent in the form of a system includes at least two components for use in such a method and vehicle-washing installation. The method is suitable for a vehicle-washing installation in which drying of the formed film is not required. A high-pressure water jet mechanically removes the film and eliminates the soiling of the vehicle surface. The system includes a component A, having at least one film-forming polymer in a substantially aqueous solution, and a component B, having at least one hardener in a substantially aqueous solution. The component A is applied to the vehicle at least once and then a solid or gel-like film is produced by applying component B at least once, which film is removed by pressurized post-cleaning fluid and/or washing brushes. The vehicle-washing installation includes an application device for applying the first and second components.

Abstract: A small volume capacity pump is used to pressurize a small air tank, and the tank is used to top off pressure in an automobile tire or other receptacle. The tank preferably has a reservoir measuring 200-300 cc, and is pressurized to at least 500 psi. The pump preferably has a low volume capacity of 200-300 cc/min, thus requiring at least 15-45 minutes to refill the reservoir to its full operating pressure when empty. A pump can be operated by a DC or AC motor, which can be housed along with, or separately, from the pump. Especially preferred embodiments also include an automatic pressure regulator that can be set to deliver a desired pressure to a receiving device, and a trigger that controls release of air from the tank to the regulator.

Abstract: A brake boosting device wherein a vibration control member is provided to an end part of a return coil spring that is arranged inside a vehicle chamber and that is interposed between a booster body and an input rod. The vibration control member has provided thereto: a seat part that suppresses the vibration of the return coil spring and that is between the end part of the return coil spring and a support part that supports the end part; and a guide part that is provided integrally with the seat part and that fits with the inner periphery of the end part of the return coil spring at a prescribed radial tightening allowance.

Abstract: A vehicle brake system device is provided. The vehicle brake system device includes having a signal input apparatus for inputting request signals from a driver of the vehicle which includes a sensor device which gradually detects a degree of operation of a driver-operated operating element between a position which represents non-operation and a position which represents maximum operation, and generates an operating signal which represents this degree of operation. The signal input apparatus also includes an evaluation electronics system into which the sensor device operating signal is introduced for evaluation purposes.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a braking system and, more particularly, to a braking system for engaging a brake mechanism as a waiting brake for a load carrying vehicle. The braking system comprises first and second brake mechanisms. A controller is configured to control the operation of the second brake mechanism such that, if a predetermined fault condition is determined whilst the first brake mechanism is engaged, the controller automatically engages the second brake mechanism.

Abstract: An adjustment arrangement for an empty/load valve includes a body defining a channel, an adjustment beam slidably retained within the channel, and an adjustment handle connected to the adjustment beam. The adjustment handle may be configured to move between at least two positions. The adjustment handle may be configured to move the adjustment beam to at least two positions. The adjustment handle may be connected to the adjustment beam via a pin that extends through the adjustment handle and into the adjustment beam. The adjustment beam may include a protrusion that extends from the adjustment beam to act as a contact point.

Abstract: A brake system for a vehicle having a master brake cylinder, which provides a pressure signal, having a brake-medium reservoir connected to the master brake cylinder, and a first brake circuit, which is coupled by a first input to the master brake cylinder and by a second input to the brake-medium reservoir, and having at least one first wheel-brake cylinder, which is mounted at a first wheel, in order to exert a force corresponding to the pressure signal onto the first wheel, and having a separator valve, which is configured between the first input and the first wheel-brake cylinder, to prevent further transmission of the pressure signal upon receipt of a supplied closing signal; and having a control valve, which is configured between the first input and the first wheel-brake cylinder; in order to control an inflow of a brake medium from brake-medium reservoir to the first wheel-brake cylinder. In addition, a method for controlling a corresponding brake system is also described.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a brake apparatus that allows low-cost attachment of a stroke sensor that detects a stroke amount of a brake pedal. The brake apparatus is configured in such a manner that the stroke sensor that detects an amount of an axial stroke of a piston is disposed between one side surface of a master cylinder housing and one side surface of a valve housing, and an output of the stroke sensor is transmitted via a through-hole formed on the valve housing when being transmitted to a control unit attached to an opposite side surface-side of the valve housing.

Abstract: A method of actuating a parking brake for a vehicle having an electromechanical brake device in a situation whereat driving dynamics state information is not available in the vehicle and whereat a driver operates the parking brake includes producing an electromechanical braking force with a magnitude that is less than a maximum braking force of the parking brake.

Abstract: A speed control system for a vehicle that: automatically causes the vehicle to operate in accordance with a target speed value, receives information relating to turning of the vehicle, receives information relating to a driving condition of the vehicle, and adjusts automatically the value of the target speed value in dependence on the information.

Abstract: Various aspects of a system and method for an autonomous vehicle, based on detection and/or application of horn, are disclosed herein. The system comprises one or more circuits in an electronic control unit (ECU) used in a first vehicle. The one or more circuits in the ECU are configured to detect a horn sound emanated from a second vehicle. First sensor data associated with the first vehicle is captured based on the detected horn sound. The captured first sensor data indicates a first traffic scenario in a vicinity of the first vehicle. Second sensor data associated with the first vehicle is captured for an elapsed time interval prior to the detection of the horn sound. One or more control systems in the first vehicle are recalibrated to perform one or more functions associated with the first vehicle. The recalibration is based on the captured first sensor data and the extracted second sensor data.

Abstract: A control apparatus of a powertrain with a centrifugal pendulum absorber, includes an engine formed with a plurality of cylinders, a drive force transmission shaft for receiving an engine output torque, a centrifugal pendulum absorber for reducing a variation in the output torque, a connect-disconnect mechanism, an engine controlling module for shifting an engine operating state between an all-cylinder operation and a reduced-cylinder operation, and a connection controlling module. The connection controlling module shifts a connecting state of the connect-disconnect mechanism to a first state when the engine is in the all-cylinder operation, and shifts the connecting state to a second state in which the connection is tighter than the first state when the engine is in the reduced-cylinder operation. In response to issued requests to shift the engine operating state, the connection controlling module shifts the connecting state, and the engine controlling module shifts the engine operating state.

Abstract: A drivetrain system is disclosed for use with a machine having a work tool. The drivetrain system may have a transmission with a plurality of clutches. The drivetrain system may also have an input device movable by an operator to generate a first signal indicative of a desired selection of a park setting or one of a plurality of travel settings, a sensor configured to generate a second signal indicative of loading of the work tool, and a controller in communication with the input device, the sensor, and the transmission. The controller may be configured to anticipate completion of a loading cycle based the second signal, and to selectively cause at least a first of the plurality of clutches to engage in a combination that produces one of the plurality of travel settings based on the anticipated completion of the loading cycle, notwithstanding the desired selection from the input device being the park setting.

Abstract: A system and method for predicting whether a driver of a host vehicle or a remote vehicle intends to make a left or right turn or travel straight through an intersection before the host vehicle or remote vehicle reaches the intersection that relies on a probability model that employs a dynamic Bayesian network. The method includes obtaining a plurality of environmental cues that identify external parameters at or around the intersection, where the environmental cues include position and velocity of the remote vehicle, and obtaining a plurality of host vehicle cues that define operation of the host vehicle. The method then predicts the turning intent of the host vehicle and/or remote vehicle at the intersection using the model based on both the external cues and the vehicle cues using the model. The model can use learned information about previous driver turns at the intersection.

Abstract: The present invention is an electric mobility vehicle such as a powered knee walker, scooter, bicycle and a multi-passenger vehicle comprising a unique steering column assembly capable of being manually steered also autonomously steered by means of steering actuators. The vehicle user can select a manual drive mode option to operate the vehicle physically or the user can select an autonomous drive mode each mode allows the vehicle to operate more efficiently both indoors and outdoors. The vehicle is configured with a platform for standing, sitting and leaning, and the framework is configured with a front and rear drive system, the front drive system incorporates the steering column and one or more steering actuator which control front and rear propulsion systems. The propulsion includes; a DC powered truck module, a fork module, or a cantilever module, and each respectively comprise a drive motor, brake, sensor and accelerometers for self-balancing control.

Abstract: A gesture detection system suitable to operate an automated vehicle includes a gesture-detection-device, a pedestrian-detection-device, and a controller. The gesture-detection-device is used to detect a gesture made by an occupant of a host-vehicle. The pedestrian-detection-device is used to detect a pedestrian proximate to the host-vehicle. The controller is in communication with the gesture-detection-device and the pedestrian-detection-device. The controller is configured to control movement of the host-vehicle along a travel-path of the host-vehicle. The controller waits to move the host-vehicle until after the pedestrian crosses the travel-path when the occupant gestures to the pedestrian to proceed across the travel-path.

Abstract: The present application relates to a communication system for controlling the output of messages to a vehicle occupant. The communication system has a processor configured to output a first message to the vehicle occupant. A signal is received from one or more sensors operative to monitor the vehicle occupant when the first message is output. The signal from said one or more sensors is analysed to determine one or more parameters relating to the response of the vehicle occupant to said first message. The communication system controls the subsequent output of at least said first message in dependence on said one or more determined parameters. The present application also relates to a method and to a vehicle.

Abstract: A mounting structure for equipment compartment bottom plate is provided. The bottom plate is detachably connected to a skeleton boundary beam of the equipment compartment. A sliding rail is fixedly connected to a side of the bottom plate where the bottom plate is lap-jointed to a skeleton lateral beam of the equipment compartment. One of the sliding rail and the skeleton lateral beam is provided with a recess and the other is provided with a protrusion engaged with the recess. In the mounting structure, the connection of the bottom plate and the skeleton lateral beam is achieved by the engagement of the recess and the protrusion. Therefore, connecting pieces for connecting the bottom plate and the skeleton lateral beam are removed and the number of the connecting pieces is significantly reduced.

Abstract: A car connection system guides at least one supply cable between two cars and has a support part for mounting the supply cable. The support part has a separate connection point to which the supply cable can be electrically connected, and the support part is secured to an end closure. The car connection system is characterized in that the supply cable is configured as a spiral cable and extends about a cable longitudinal axis in a helical manner, the support part is rigid, and a clamping part is secured to the support part in order to relieve tension and mechanically support the supply cable.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a speed control system of a railway vehicle in consideration of a braking characteristic, and more particularly, to a speed control system of a railway vehicle in consideration of a braking characteristic, which calculates in real time a time-to-target-speed-crossing (TTTSC) that is a time required for a speed of a train to exceed a speed of an automatic train operation (ATO) profile through a future speed estimation of the train, and controls the speed of the train to be interlocked with the TTTSC.

Abstract: Disclosed is a shopping cart comprising a cart body comprising one or more shelves and one or more trays configured to be detachably attachable to the one or more shelves, respectively, and reusable. The one or more trays are configured to be owned by a user, be transported by the user to a store, be attached to the one or more shelves, respectively, by the user, be loaded with items picked up by the user in the store go through in-situ scanning of the items therein for checkout, be detached from the one or more shelves, respectively, and be transported with the purchased items therein to the user's home or a destination, wherein the in-situ scanning is done by using a scanner to scan codes on the items while they are in the one or more trays.

Abstract: A transport structure, such as a cart or dolly having a handle moveable from a first position to a second position is disclosed. In the first position, the handle extends outward from an edge of the cart or dolly and can be used for pushing or pulling the cart or dolly. In the second position, the handle is moved to extend generally parallel to an upper surface of the cart or dolly so that it can be stored or transported with the cart or dolly.

Abstract: A transport structure, such as a cart or dolly having a handle structure that can be inserted laterally into an opening in the transport structure is provided. The handle structure includes a first connection hook portion and a second connection hook portion moveable from a first spaced position to a second spaced position greater than the first spaced position. The handle structure includes a hinged beam that enables the hook portions to contract and expand from the first position to the second position.

Abstract: A cart has a frame having a pair of elongate side frame members and a cargo-supporting framework having a plurality of supporting ribs, each supporting rib being connected to and extending approximately downward from one side frame member, and a horizontal support structure interconnecting the plurality of supporting ribs. The cart may include at least one of 1) a rigid support member resting on and supported by the horizontal support structure, 2) a containment pan connected to and suspended under the cargo-supporting framework, and 3) a foldable trailer hitch connected to the cart and configured to permit towing of the cart by a vehicle. At least one of the side frame members and the containment pan may include openings, sleeves, or stepped portions configured to receive forks of a forklift to permit lifting of the cart by the forklift, even when loaded.

Abstract: A tote assembly including a tote body and a divider assembly is provided. The tote body includes a generally planar bottom member and a number of sidewall members which define a generally enclosed space. Each tote body sidewall member upwardly depends from the tote body bottom member. Each the tote body sidewall member tapered outwardly. The divider assembly includes a number of generally planar first members and a number of generally planar second members. Each the first member having a limited length. Each second member having a limited length. Each second member is removably coupled to one the first member. Further, the plane of each first member and each second member is disposed generally vertically. The divider assembly is removably disposed within the tote body enclosed space. Thus, the tote body enclosed space is divided into a number of compartments.

Abstract: A cart including a frame assembly and a number of tote support assemblies is provided. The frame assembly includes a longitudinal axis, a first lateral side and a second lateral side. Each tote support assembly includes a tote support member defining a plane. Each tote support member is movably coupled to the frame assembly wherein each tote support member moves between a number of positions including a level, first position, wherein the plane of the support member is generally horizontal, and a tilted, second position, wherein the plane of the support member is tilted toward one of the frame assembly first lateral side or the frame assembly second lateral side.

Abstract: A cart includes a chassis and attached wheels; an upper basket attached to the chassis; and a lower basket attached to the chassis. In some embodiments, the cart includes no widthwise push bar in a rear of the cart such that access is unobstructed to the upper and lower baskets from the rear of the cart by a person. In some embodiments, the chassis defines on each lateral side of the cart a pair of vertically spaced handles, each handle surrounding and defining an opening. The handles preferably include handle bars shaped in an oval. On each cart side a curved elongate member extends between and connects the handles, and the curved elongate members represent the rearmost part of the cart. The rear area of the upper basket defines a seat for an infant, and a rear ledge of the lower basket defines a seat for a toddler.

Abstract: A safety apparatus for an infant carrier is described that connects to an infant carrier and a shopping cart. The safety apparatus includes a first bar, a second bar and a third bar. The first bar includes a first end portion with a first connector and an opposed second end portion with a second connector. The first connector and second connector are configured to fasten together and unfasten from one another. When the connectors of the first bar are fastened together, the first bar defines a continuous loop. The second bar includes a first end portion that connects to the first bar and a second end portion that includes a third connector. The third bar has the same structure as the second bar. The first bar connects to an infant carrier. The second bar and third bar connect to a shopping cart.

Abstract: Disclosed is a folding stroller, comprising a stroller frame, a front wheel assembly (20) and a rear wheel assembly (30), and a locking mechanism provided on the stroller frame and used for locking the stroller frame, and the stroller frame comprises a front support (1), a rear support (2) and a seat rod (3); the front support (1), the rear support (2) and the seat rod (3) are connected with one another to form a triangular three-link mechanism; in the three connection relationships among the three components, two are rotatable connection, and the rest one is relative slidable connection by means of a slider (4), and the slider (4) is slidably arranged in the length direction of one of the two connected components and is in rotatable connection with the other component. The stroller can be conveniently folded, has a simple structure, and has good rigidity when unfolded.

Abstract: An improved steering wheel mounted turn signal switch is disclosed. According to an embodiment, the turn signal switch may be mounted on steering wheel so that it may be activated by a driver without the driver removing their hands from the steering wheel. In an embodiment, the turn signal switch is mounted around a circumference of the steering wheel with a left half of the circumferential switch being capable of activating left turn signals and a right half of the circumferential switch being capable of activating right turn signals. In an embodiment, a pair of semi-circumferential switches is mounted to the steering wheel with the left switch being capable of activating the left turn signals and the right switch being capable of activating the right turn signals.

Abstract: A modular steering system is adapted to be installed in a vehicle. The vehicle includes a steering column. The modular steering system includes an input unit, a first output unit, and a second output unit. The input unit includes an input shaft that extends along a first axis, that is adapted to be connected to the steering column, and that is adapted to be driven rotatably by the steering column about the first axis. The first output unit includes a first output shaft that extends along and is rotatable about a second axis parallel to the first axis. The second output unit includes a second output shaft that extends along and is rotatable about a third axis. The second axis and the third axis cooperatively define an angle therebetween.

Abstract: A tilting structure for providing a force for tilting a worm shaft of an electric power steering apparatus to a worm wheel includes: a guide block which is inserted into an insertion space of a housing of the electric power steering apparatus; an elastic member which is disposed within the guide block; and a plug which is movably disposed within the guide block and is elastically supported by the elastic member to exert a tilting force to a bearing which supports the worm shaft. The plug and the guide block are configured to be able to be connected to one another via a thread coupling.

Abstract: A torque transmitting assembly is provided. The assembly includes a ball nut having an outer diameter and keyway slot therein, and a pulley positioned on the ball nut. The pulley includes a cylindrical outer surface, a bore extending through the pulley such that the pulley includes an inner surface, and at least one torque member formed on the inner surface and projecting radially inward to be received by the keyway slot.