What Components Make Up an Electric Power Steering System in Cars?

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MacDante
07/30/25 9:25am
An electric power steering system in cars consists of a torque sensor, vehicle speed sensor, electronic control unit (ECU), electric motor, and electromagnetic clutch. Below are the working principle and classification of electric power steering systems: Working Principle of Electric Power Steering System: The torque sensor is connected to the steering shaft. When the steering shaft rotates, the torque sensor activates, converting the relative angular displacement between the input and output shafts caused by the torsion bar into an electrical signal sent to the ECU. The ECU determines the rotation direction of the electric motor and the magnitude of the assist current based on signals from the vehicle speed sensor and torque sensor, thereby achieving real-time control of power steering. Classification of Electric Power Steering Systems: There are three types: mechanical hydraulic power steering, electro-hydraulic power steering, and electric power steering.
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