Electric Power Steering Systems Require a Steering Input Torque Sensor

question 60

Essay

Electric power steering systems require a steering input torque sensor to determine how much electric current should be sent to the steering assist motor. This torque sensor uses a small ____________________ that is connected between the steering column and the pinion shaft.

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Definitions:

Improvement Priority

The ranking or urgency given to enhancing or upgrading certain processes, systems, or projects within an organization.

Lean Manufacturing

A systematic approach to manufacturing that focuses on minimizing waste within manufacturing systems while simultaneously maximizing productivity.

Nonfinancial Measure

Quantitative measures that are not expressed in monetary units but are used to gauge a company’s performance or status, like customer satisfaction or employee turnover.

Lead Time

The period between the initiation of a process and its completion, often used in manufacturing and supply chain management to describe the time taken from ordering to receiving a product.