Torque and Angle Sensing Solutions
Torque and angle sensors measure steering wheel position and torque applied by the driver on the steering wheel. These signals are then fed to the transmission Electronic Control Unit (Transmission ECU). ECU gives respective signals to the steering drive to apply desired torque. Hence the advantage of the EPAS is it reduces the driver's effort required for the steering.
Advantage of EPAS over old hydraulic steering systems are:
- Combination of soft magnetic components and hall effect sensors enables accurate measurements hence the better control on vehicle
- Since no fuel is required to run the steering pump, it helps improving fuel economy of the vehicle
- Being fail proof and lighter system, it is more efficient than hydraulic steering systems
