Explained, the latest EPS-connection system in pairs (coupling) made of flexible plastic to replace steel. With this addition, but can reduce noise, also lighter weight. Hence, Nexteer said, the latest EPS is suitable for hybrid or electric car
"The electric car is not menimbulkansuara. Well, if you use another type of power steering, certainly in the cabin, could hear a strange voice, "explained Kevin Ross, one of the inventors as well as manager in the Global Automotive Enginering Nexter. In fact he dared to boast, his latest EPS is the most subtle of which is in the world today.
Peugeot X1
Nexteer okay to brag. The reason, they are determined newest product will be used by Peugeot in X1, electric sports car on display at the Paris Motor Show in early October. Another producer who also had confirmed use of this new product is the Citroën Nexteer for DS3 and Fiat 500 Abarth.
The electronic control system with electric motors mounted directly. By using thermoplastics, sound and vibration from the wheels and tires that passed through the steering column can be reduced. Described, so far, the problems of EPS when the car using big tires or a thin profile and the plot a bit (almost bald), vibration and noise generated directly felt and heard by the driver.
This new EPS using the clutch or pair of thermoplastic flexible connection. Claimed 17 percent lighter wheel that uses pairs of steel connections. The price was 50 percent cheaper. Because low-friction wheel, the driver can feel the direct contact with the tire or wheel to control better.
"Termosplastik made of polyamide which is able to work at high temperatures. This material is reinforced with glass fiber, "said Paul Poirel, Nexteer Automotiove's Chief Product Engineer, Europe. Once used by Fiat, Citroën and Peugeot, Nexteer will target the use of its products in the premium car.
Other components of this EPS is a non-contact sensors, electric motors without borstel (brushless) and electronic control systems. On DS3 and Citroën C3. EPS uses a pinion gear just to work the steering wheel brand.
