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The steering wheel takes rotary motion and translates it to linear motion to turn a vehicle.

Steering System Basics

The THORS Steering System Basics course reviews the common components used in a steering system, the operating principles of the steering systems, and the various types of steering systems in passenger vehicles. Ready to take the next step? Explore the course details and see everything we’ve packed into this program!

Learning Hours: 2.5

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Course Description

The THORS Steering System Basics course reviews the common components used in a steering system, the operating principles of the steering systems, and the various types of steering systems in passenger vehicles. This is an introductory level course that offers an interactive learning experience to allow for an in-depth understanding of various steering systems.

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Who will benefit from this steering systems course?

Quality, manufacturing, engineering, designing, testing, purchasing, and sales functions at organizations that require an understanding of the basic terminology of steering system components, operating principles of steering systems, and the types of steering used in the automotive industry.

Course Classification

This manufacturing course by THORS eLearning Solutions covers identification of key terms and understanding of key concepts.

*THORS uses the Bloom’s Taxonomy Methodology for our course development.

Certificate Awarded for Steering System Basics

Example of certificate awarded upon successful completion of the course.

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Learning Objectives

  1. Identify the individual components of a steering system.
  2. Explain the purpose of each component in an electric steering system.
  3. Explain the principles that allow a steering system to function.
  4. Understand how customer input is used to design a steering system.
  5. Summarize the various types of Electric Power Steering (EPS) systems.
  6. Describe how a Hydraulic Power Steering (HPS) system functions.

An example of a common rack and pinion steering system setup in modern vehicles.

Steering System Basics course

Table of Contents

  1. Steering System Components
    1. Steering Wheel
    2. Electric Steering System
      1. Intermediate Shaft
        1. U-Joints
        2. Constant Velocity (CV) Joints
      2. Steering Housing
        1. Input Shaft Assembly
          1. Torque Sensor
          2. T-Bar
          3. Pinion
        2. Steering Rack
          1. Constant Ratio
          2. Variable Ratio
      3. Power Unit
        1. Electric Motor
        2. Rotary Position Sensors
        3. Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
    3. Bearings
    4. Bushings
      1. Mounting Bushings
      2. Rack Bushings
    5. Seals
    6. Tie Rods
      1. Inner Tie Rod (ITR)
      2. Outer Tie Rod (OTR)
    7. Bellows
    8. Lubrication
    9. Steering Knuckles
    10. Wheel
    11. Ball Joints
      1. Lower Ball Joint
      2. Upper Ball Joint
  2. Steering System Principles
    1. Ackermann Geometry
    2. Rack Force
    3. Rack Length
    4. Bending Force
    5. Cantilever Force
    6. Rack Guide Bushing Adjustment
    7. Linear Runout of Rack
    8. Rotational Runout of Pinion
    9. Suspension Influence
  3. Types of Steering Systems
    1. Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
      1. Single Pinion Drive
      2. Column Drive
      3. Dual Pinion Drive
      4. Belt Drive
      5. Concentric Drive
    2. Hydraulic Power Steering (HPS) System
    3. Conventional Steering System
      1. Recirculating Ball
      2. Pitman Arm
      3. Parallelogram Link
    4. Steer-by-Wire System

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