MUMBAI, India, April 17 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202621022865 A) filed by Rajarambapu Institute Of Technology, Walwa, Maharashtra, on Feb. 26, for 'modular tool-free steering knuckle assembly with adaptive geometry and integrated telemetry sensors.'
Inventor(s) include Prof Abid Mulla; Prof. Akshay Kulkarni; Dr. Sachin B. Khot; Pranav Ankush Ahir; Yuvraj Sanjay Patil; Vaishnavi Javihr; and Sneha Pachuputate.
The application for the patent was published on April 17, under issue no. 16/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "This invention describes a modular, tool-free steering knuckle assembly is disclosed for high-performance off-road and endurance racing vehicles. The assembly includes a precision-machined T-slot interface within the steering knuckle for receiving interchangeable steering arms, which are secured via a self-locking cam-actuated retention mechanism, enabling arm replacement in under thirty seconds without tools. Each arm incorporates dual tie-rod mounting holes for selectable Ackermann steering geometries, integrated bosses for telemetry sensors, and a sacrificial shear zone designed to fail under overload conditions to preserve critical suspension components. Steering arms are provided in material variants-aluminum, steel, or composite-to meet terrain-specific performance needs. Integrated sensor interfaces enable real-time monitoring of steering loads, fatigue, and dynamic behavior. The system enhances adaptability, crash survivability, and field serviceability, allowing rapid geometry reconfiguration and data-driven optimization in competitive environments. The invention provides a robust, reconfigurable solution to limitations inherent in conventional fixed-geometry steering systems."
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