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The article in question is described as a hydraulic power steering pump. Based on the information submitted the steering pump is a rotary positive displacement pump for hydraulic fluid. The pump employs vanes to displace hydraulic fluid under pressure and is used in the power steering system of a vehicle. A sample and descriptive literature was submitted. The sample will be returned under separate cover.

The applicable subheading for the power steering pump will be 8413.60.0020, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for vane type hydraulic fluid power pumps. The rate of duty is free.

A steering system is a collection of components and linkages, which allows vehicles (car, bicycle, motorcycle) to follow the desired course. Its main purpose is to allow the driver to guide the vehicle.

Power: Power steering, also known as power-assisted steering (PAS), helps drivers steer by augmenting steering effort of the steering wheel. It is a system that helps in steering the wheels by using some source of power or power of the engine. It is the preferred steering system when quick turns need to be taken. There are three main Power steering components – power steering pump, power steering fluid reservoir, and steering gearbox. We have three types of Power steering systems. They are considered types of power steering systems because they possess all the features of a power steering system. These are:Hydraulic power steering

Hydraulic: A hydraulic power system uses hydraulic pressure supplied by an engine-driven pump to assist the motion of turning the steering wheel. It acts as a transmission system that uses pressurized hydraulic fluid to power hydraulic machinery. The hydraulic pressure typically comes from a generator or rotary vane pump driven by the vehicle’s engine. A double-acting hydraulic cylinder applies a force to the steering gear, which in turn steers the road-wheels. It adds controlled energy to the steering mechanism, so the driver can provide less effort to turn the steered wheels when driving at typical speeds, and reduce considerably the physical effort necessary to turn the wheels when a vehicle is stopped or moving slowly. Hydraulic power steering systems for cars, augment steering effort via an actuator, a hydraulic cylinder that is part of a servo system. These systems have a direct mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the linkage that steers the wheels. This means that power-steering system failure (to augment effort) still permits the vehicle to be steered using manual effort alone.

A hydraulic drive system consists of three parts: The generator (e.g. a hydraulic pump), driven by an electric motor, a combustion engine or a windmill; valves, filters, piping etc. (to guide and control the system); and the actuator (e.g. a hydraulic motor or hydraulic cylinder) to drive the machinery.

Electro-hydraulic power steering system (EPHS): The electro-hydraulic system, (sometimes abbreviated EPHS or EHPS) is also sometimes called ‘hybrid’ system. It uses the same hydraulic assist technology as the standard hydraulic system, but the hydraulic pressure comes from a pump driven by an electric motor instead of a drive belt at the engine. The customary drive belts and pulleys that drive a power steering pump are replaced by a brushless motor. It is driven by an electric motor and thus also reduces the amount of power that needs to be taken from the engine otherwise.

Electric power steering system (EPS): In this kind of system, an electric motor replaces the hydraulic pump and a fully electric power steering system is established. The electric motor is either attached to the steering rack or column. The important component is the electronic control unit because it controls the steering dynamics. Sensors detect the position and torque of the steering column, and a computer module applies assistive torque via the motor, which connects to either the steering gear or steering column. This allows varying amounts of assistance to be applied depending on driving conditions. A mechanical linkage between the steering wheel and the steering gear is usually retained in EPS. This means that in the event of a failure that results in an inability to provide assistance, the mechanical linkage serves as a backup. The driver then encounters a situation where heavy effort is required to steer. Depending on the driving situation and driver skill, the steering assist loss may or may not lead to a crash. Electric systems have an advantage in fuel efficiency because there is no belt-driven hydraulic pump constantly running, whether assistance is required or not. This was the main reason for their introduction. Another major advantage is the elimination of a belt-driven engine accessory and several high-pressure hydraulic hoses between the hydraulic pump, mounted on the engine and the steering gear, mounted on the chassis. This helps to simplify manufacturing and maintenance. The electric power system is necessary for some power steering systems, like those in the largest off-road construction vehicles. Their systems, sometimes called ‘drive by wire’ or ‘steer by wire’, have no direct mechanical connection to the steering linkage and thus require electrical power. In this context, ’wire’ refers to electrical cables that carry power and data, not thin-wire-rope mechanical control cables.

Most of the cars today, have power steering systems. Very few use mechanical steering. EPS is often preferred, for the fuel economy and lower emission. Mechanical steering systems use the power of human muscle. In this system, more effort is required to steer the vehicles. The only energy source is the force the driver applies to the steering wheel. However, in power steering, mechanical steering is always allowed to be available, in case of a problem in the engine or in the case of a power assist system failure. EPS is more efficient than hydraulic power steering since the electric power steering motor only needs to provide assistance when the steering wheel is turned, whereas the hydraulic pump must run constantly. In EPS, the amount of assistance is easily tuneable to the vehicle type, road speed, and even driver preference. An added benefit is the elimination of environmental hazard posed by leakage and disposal of hydraulic power steering fluid. In addition, electrical assistance is not lost when the engine fails or stalls, whereas hydraulic assistance stops working if the engine stops, making the steering doubly heavy as the driver must now turn not only the very heavy steering (without any help) but also the power-assistance system itself.

In this system, a pinion gear is attached to the steering shaft. This means that as the steering wheel is turned it turns the pinion gear (circular) and then moves the rack (linear). It basically uses the rotational motion of steering wheels and converts this rotational motion into the linear motion. Alternatively, it could be described as a circular gear called the opinion, engages the teeth on the linear gear bar called the rack. Rotational motion is then applied to the opinion which causes the rack to move relative to the pinion, thereby translating the rotational motion of the pinion into linear motion. This linear motion is required to turn the wheels. It provides a less efficient mechanical advantage than other mechanisms, like the recirculating ball, but less backlash and greater feedback or steering feel. In mechanical steering systems, this process is done manually while in power steering systems, it is power-assisted, usually by hydraulic or electrical means.

Also known as recirculating ball and nut or worm and sector. Here, a box with a threaded hole is fastened over a worm drive that contains many ball bearings. These ball bearings loop around the worm drive and these balls move out into a recirculation channel and again gets back into the worm drive. This block gear has teeth cut into the outside to engage the sector shaft (also called the sector gear) which moves the pitman’s arm. Because the steering wheel is connected to a shaft which rotates the worm gear inside the block, instead of twisting further into the block, the worm gear is fixed so that when it spins, it moves the block, which transmits the motion through the gear to the pitman’s arm, causing the road-wheels to turn. When the steering wheel is turned, the worm drive turns and forces the balls to press against the channel inside the nut. Now the forces the nut to move along the worm drive. It is a steering mechanism found in older automobiles, off-road trucks and some trucks.

Finally, listed below are mechanical steering systems. They also occur as power steering systems, with the power supply being either hydraulic or electric or electro-hydraulic, instead of manual. These include:Worm and sector (Recirculating ball steering)

This is quite similar to the worm and sector, except a roller is supported by a ball or roller bearings within the sector, mounted on the pitman arm shaft. The sliding friction is changed to rolling friction so that less effort is required to turn the steering wheel. This is only possible because the sector teeth are machined on a roller. As the steering wheel turns the worm, the roller turns with it, forcing the sector and pitman arm shaft to rotate. Friction is reduced further by mounting the roller on bearings in a saddle at the inner end of the pitman arm shaft. The hourglass shape of the worm which tapers from both ends at the centre affords better contact between the worm and the roller in every position. This design provides a variable steering ratio to permit faster and more efficient steering. ‘Variable steering ratio’ means the ratio is larger at one position than another. Therefore, at certain positions, the wheels are turned faster than at others. At the very center, the steering gear ratio is high, giving more steering control. When the wheels are turned, however, the ratio decreases so that the steering action is much more rapid. This design is very helpful for parking and maneuvering the vehicle.

In the cam and lever steering gear, the worm is known as a cam. The inner end of the pitman arm shaft has a lever that contains a tapered stud. The stud engages in the cam so that the lever is moved back and forth when the car is turned back and forth. If the tapered stud is fixed in the lever so that it can’t rotate, it creates a sliding friction between the stud and the cam. Therefore, on some vehicles that have this type of steering gear, the stud is mounted in bearings so that it rolls in the cam groove (threads) instead of sliding. A cam and twin-lever steering gear are used in some large trucks. This is essentially a cam and lever gear with two tapered studs instead of one. The studs sometimes are fixed in the lever, or they may be mounted on bearings.

This steering gear is made in different several combinations. The nut meshes and screws up and down on the worm gear. The nut may operate the pitman arm directly through a lever or through a sector on the pitman arm shaft. The recirculating ball is the most common type of worm and nut steering gear. Here, the nut (that is in the form of a sleeve block) is mounted on a continuous row of balls on the worm gear to reduce friction. The ball nut has grooves cut into it to match the shape of the worm gear. The ball nut is then fitted with tubular ball guides to return the balls diagonally across the nut to recirculate them, as the nut moves up and down on the worm gear. With this design, the nut is moved on the worm gear by rolling instead of sliding contact. Turning the worm gear moves the nut and forces the sector and pitman arm shaft to turn.

Product details : operating type: hydraulic. Adapter shape: triangular. Left/Right Drive. Equivalent References:Citroën 4007KK; Fiat 9661768080; Ford 1370733; Ford 1534806; Ford 1805241; Ford 6C113A671AB; Ford 6C113A674AA; Ford 6C113A674AA; Ford 6C11111111113AA, Ford 111111 111111111113A674A674A6 74AB; FORD 6C113A674AC; Peugeot 4007KK. This item is compatible with these vehicles: Fiat Ducato van (250_, 290_) 100 Multijet 2, 2 D (2006-2020) 4HV (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 74 KW, 100 hp); Ford Transit Box (FA__) 2. 2 TDCi (2011-2014) DRFE (2198 ccm, 74 KW, 100 PS); Ford Transit Box (FA__) 2. 2 TDCi (2011-2014) CYFD (2198 ccm, 92 KW, 125 HP); Ford Transit Box (FA__) 2. 2 TDCi (2006-2014) QVFA (2198 ccm, 81 KW, 110 PS); Ford Transit Box (FA__) 2. 2 TDCi (2006 - 2014) QWFA (2198 ccm, 96 KW, 130 hp); Ford Transit Box (FA__) 2. 2 TDCi (2006-2014) P8FB (2198 ccm, 63 KW, 85 HP); Ford Transit Box (FA__) 2. 2 TDCi (2007-2014) UHFC (2198 ccm, 103 KW, 140 HP); Ford Transit Box (FA__) 2. 2 TDCi (2008 - 2014) SRFE (2198 ccm, 85 KW, 115 HP); Fiat Ducato tray/chassis (250_, 290_) 100 Multijet 2, 2 D (2006 - 2020) 4HV (P22DTE) (212DTE) TE) 98 cm³, 74 KW, 100 HP); Fiat Ducato Bus (250_, 290_) 100 Multijet 2, 2 D (2006-2020) 4HV (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 74 KW, 100 HP); Citroën Jumper Box 2. 2 HDi 110 (2011-2020) 4HG (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 81 KW, 110 HP); Citroën Jumper, 2. 2 HDi 130 (2011-2020) 4HH (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 96 KW, 130 HP); Citroën Jumper, 2. 2 HDi 150 (2011 - 2020) 4HJ (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 110 KW, 150 HP); Citroën Jumper, 2. 2 x HDi 100 (2006 - 2020) 4HV (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 74 KW, 101 HP); Citroën Jumper Box 2. 2 x HDi 120 (2006-2020) 4HU (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 88 KW, 120 HP); Peugeot Boxer Box 2. 2 x HDi 100 (2006-2020) 4HV (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 74 KW, 101 HP); Peugeot Boxer Box 2. 2 HDi 120 (2006 - 2020) 4HU (P22DTE) (2198 ccm, 88 KW, 120 HP); Ford Transit Bus (FD_ _, FB_ _, FS_ _, FZ_ _, FC_ _) 2. 2 TDCi (2011-2014) DRFE (2198 ccm, 74 KW, 100 HP); Ford Transit Bus (FD__, FB_ _, FS_ _, FZ_ _, FC_ _) 2. 2 TDCi (2011-2014) CYFD (2198 ccm, 92 KW, 125 HP); Ford Transit Bus (FD__, FB_ _, FS_ _, FZ_ _, FC_ _) 2. 2 TDCi (2006-2014) P8FB (2198 ccm, 63 KW, 85 PS) This list is an example of all cars compatible with this part. Please check that this product fits your car in the top product search bar.

The global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market was valued at US$1.381 billion in 2020. The market growth is attributed to the growing demand for better and more convenient steering systems which make the driving experience safer and more efficient.

Power steering systems are systems that provide assistance in steering to the driver, making it easier. The Electro-hydraulic power steering system is abbreviated as EHPS and also known as a hybrid system because they use the same mechanism as the hydraulic power steering system but instead of the power coming from a pump which is driven by the engine, the pump is driven by the electric motor whose speed varies the amount of hydraulic pressure and is controlled by the ECU. The system uses valves to control the flow to the cylinder. The force the driver applies to the steering column is equal to the amount of force exerted by the fluid through the valves on the steered wheels. To measure the torque applied to the wheels, a torque sensor is used which is fixed on the steering column. When the steering wheel starts to rotate, in turn, the steering column also rotates, thus rotating the torsion bar, which then twists according to the torque provided to it, this torque sensor sends the information to the ECU which then according to the steering angles, vehicle speed, and steering force, controls and operates the electric motor, which provides the hydraulic power thus assisting in steering.

At low speeds, the power supplied by the hydraulic pump is increased to assist in turning and steering operations, whereas at high speeds it is reduced as much assistance is not required. There are key players who are involved in making investments and improvements in electro-hydraulic steering to make them more efficient. For example, Nikola Motor unveiled two hydrogen-electric tractors in April 2019, with electric and hydraulic power steering and high-performance LED lighting. The company"s goal is to achieve a zero-emission future.

Due to exertion while driving, the need for more advanced and safer driving and steering systems is increasing, as technological advancements are happening the industry is moving towards making driving less tedious. These factors are driving the market for electro-hydraulic steering.

On the basis of vehicle type, the global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market is segmented into passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, and others. Passenger vehicles hold a significant share in the market owing to the fact that their production and demand are greater than other vehicles.

On the basis of the sales channel, the global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market can be segmented as OEMs and aftermarket. OEMs hold a notable amount of market share due to the fact that many cars that are produced these days come with electro-hydraulic power steering.

By geography, the global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market is segmented into North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Asia-Pacific, and South America. Asia-Pacific is estimated to hold a good amount of market share. As regions like China and India are good producers of automobiles, and as the demand for more automobiles is rising, the demand for electro-hydraulic power steering is also increasing due to the need for better steering systems.

The global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market is competitive owing to the presence of well-diversified international, regional, and local players. The competitive landscape details strategies, products, and investments being made by key players in different technologies and companies to boost their market presence.

Doosan unveiled a wheeled excavator for urban work in January 2022. The DX100W-7 features a high flow from a smooth and precise hydraulic system that can be used to power a variety of attachments. Furthermore, the DX100W-7 has two separate pumps that provide independent hydraulic flows for the transmission as well as fully powering hydraulic tools on the front end.

Lotus unveiled the Evija, a stunning $2 million 2000 horsepower all-electric hypercar, in July 2019. The four-wheel-drive Evija has ESP stability control, but also its steering is powered by an electro-hydraulic system.

Check the hoses and connections between the helm and the ram with a clean rag. Is there any wetness at the connections? The nylon plastic hoses that snake their way aft to the steering ram can get brittle and crack over time, though they typically are protected from the elements for this reason. It"s the flexible rubber hoses that are most exposed, but also easy to inspect.

We also checked in with Aldo Mastropieri, project manager of marine steering at SeaStar Solutions, an industry leader of hydraulic steering systems in recreational boats. He reiterated all of the earlier maintenance points covered and the value of a yearly inspection or every 200 hours of operation. He said SeaStar doesn"t have a specific policy for replacing oil at regular intervals, but rather "as necessary" based on analysis of an oil sample from the reservoir. It does not go bad on its own, but if it is black or smells bad, replace the oil.

"Steering is all about how it feels," he says. How much effort does it take to steer a boat? It should not be hard or imprecise. SeaStar"s current focus is on the future of marine steering, the integration of electronics into modern steering solutions. Electrohydraulic steering is a perfected technology and the direction the industry is taking. An electronic helm steers the boat through fly-by-wire signals to turn a pump on and off, and the hydraulics are now considered the "back end" of the steering system. Drastically shorter hydraulic lines are well-protected near the rudders or engines, controlled by signals transmitted by wire from whichever helm is operational. Adding a second steering station is simply another set of wires to be run, nowhere near the complexity of traditional hydraulic steering.

Given the huge opportunity for aftermarket replacement systems, Mastropieri sees recreational boating moving away from fully hydraulic steering systems in favor of the greater control and flexibility of electrohydraulic steering.

Mastropieri commented that the company"s service center no longer recommends replacing parts in any steering system older than 10 years. As rubber ages, seals wear out and system components get hard and brittle. SeaStar advises its clients to consider replacing and/or upgrading their steering system to one of the newer solutions that use electronics. Undertaking such a project is not difficult and is a viable solution for anyone with steering issues on an older boat. It"s also within the realm of a DIY project, particularly attractive to those who own boats built in the "70s and &"80s, which are prime candidates for upgrading from older hydraulic or mechanical steering.

New York, US, Nov. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to a comprehensive research report by Market Research Future (MRFR), “Automotive Steering Systems Market By Steering System, By components, Vehicle Type and by End Market Forecast to 2030”, the global automotive steering systems market is expected to garner notable growth, with a 5.1% CAGR during the review period (2022-2030).

The automotive steering system market demonstrates rapid revenue growth. Factors such as the growing per capita income, effective marketing by the automotive industry and others drive the growth of the market.

Due to the explosive growth in the automobile industry, automotive steering systems are witnessing continually rising demand across OEMs and aftermarkets. Extensive demand, especially from developing regions, substantiates the market shares. Steering controls a vehicle using a series of linkages, pivots, rods, and gears about the vertical axis to follow a specific course.

Technological improvements are set to change the market landscape. Advances in driver assistance systems, such as intelligent determination of driver alertness and driving mode pursued by integrating sensors into the steering mechanism, detect the position of the driver"s hands and grip on the steering wheel. The market is transitioning to electric automotive steering systems, which are more efficient than traditional hydraulic systems.

The proliferation of electric vehicles offers significant opportunities for the automotive steering system market. EVs are zero-emission vehicles and are globally considered to be the future of the transportation system. Many countries worldwide have been focusing on developing and adopting EVs to reduce vehicular pollution. This spurring growth of the electric vehicle market is estimated to offer significant opportunities for automotive steering systems.

New product development, such as the development of automotive electric power steering, is expected to result in the greatest market penetration. Additional factors bolstering market revenues include the middle-class dream of owning an automobile and the effective marketing of companies. The growth of car loans at low-interest rates and the spread of tourism are other market drivers.

Technological improvements are set to change the market. Intelligent determination of driver alertness and driving mode is being pursued by integrating sensors into the steering mechanism, which detects the position of the driver"s hands and grip on the steering wheel. The market is transitioning to electric automotive steering systems, which are more efficient than traditional hydraulic systems as they run only when they are in operation.

The market is segmented into steering systems, components, sales channels, vehicle types, and regions. The steering system segment is sub-segmented into manual, electrically powered, electro-hydraulic powered, and hydraulic powered. The component segment is sub-segmented into hydraulic pumps, steering sensors & columns, electric motors, and others.

North America is the largest market for automotive steering systems. The significant share of the market is attributed to the high per capita and the growing automobile industry in the region. The presence of major automotive players and components & auto-solution providers drive the automotive steering systems market in North America. North America is likely to remain a highly attractive market for automotive steering systems during the review period.

Europe is another larger market for automotive steering systems. The well-established automotive industries, especially in Germany, Italy, and Sweden, boost market revenues. Moreover, the well-established automotive sector and automotive manufacturing companies in this region propel the growth of the market. Also, the growing consumer purchasing power and spending on luxury cars, alongside the significant demand for lightweight and fuel-efficient vehicles in the region, are predicted to offer significant market growth opportunities.

The Asia Pacific region is a sizable market for automotive steering systems. Vast capacity expansions in China and India support market increase. Additionally, the growing per capita income and developments of road networks bolster the size of the automotive steering systems market. Moreover, the availability of cost-competitive workforces and raw materials positions the region as a prime player in the automotive steering systems market.

Global players and start-ups are taking advantage of these opportunities in the region by setting up new factory plants, which are estimated to foster the automotive steering system market during the assessment period. The APAC automotive steering system market is expected to register the fastest CAGR in the upcoming period.

The automotive steering systems market appears highly competitive due to several well-established players forming a competitive landscape. The market is majorly a captive market of the automobile industry, and hence suppliers depend on automotive companies, which exert price pressure. Being a B2B market, it also gives automotive companies an idea of the dynamics of the suppliers, resulting in the squeezing of profits.

Thus, supplier integration in the manufacturing chain is a prime strategy for many manufacturers. Manufacturers of automotive steering systems use a variety of distribution channels to tap the aftermarket segment. They invest increasingly in R&D activities and production units while looking at inbound lead generation. New players enter the market with aggressive pricing to undercut the established providers and gain footholds in international markets.

Talk To Expert:For instance, on Nov.17, 2022, Lexus introduced an F1 car-like or aircraft-style steering yoke to Australian markets as an alternative to a conventional circular steering wheel with its Lexus RZ electric car. The steering yoke removes the top and bottom sections from a conventional steering system, aiding the entry & exit from the vehicle and providing a clearer view of the instrument cluster.

Electric Steering Market Information Report, by Vehicle Type, Type (Column Assist Electric Power Steering (C-EPS)), Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (P-EPS), Rack Assist Electric Power Steering (R-EPS)), and by Regions - Global Forecast To 2030

We are all familiar with the use of a rudder, which helps in turning a ship as and when required. Rudders are the principal system for the entire motion and control of the ships. But we mustn’t forget that the entire rudder action is dependent on another pivotal system called the Steering Gear.

Steering Gear integrated with the rudder system defines the complete ‘turning mechanism’ mandatory for each and every ship irrespective of size, type and operation.

The steering gear system has been an indispensable part of the ship’s machinery since the advent of the very early ships, which were operated by hand.

The efficiency of the performance of steering gear depends on some main aspects. These basic requirements to be invariably met by all steering gears are guided by rules set by classification societies. They can be briefly outlined as:

As per standard requirements, the steering gear should be capable of steering the ship from 35 degrees port to 35 degrees starboard and vice-versa with the vessel plying forwards at a steady head-on speed for maximum continuous rated shaft rpm. and summer load waterline within a time frame of a maximum of 28 seconds

Emergency Power Supply: The steering gear system is to be provided with an additional power unit (hydraulic pump etc.) connected to the emergency power supply from the Emergency Generator, which shall be capable of turning the rudder from 15 degrees from one side to another side within 60 seconds with the vessel moving at a maximum service speed or 7 knots, whichever is greater

As ships continued to grow in size and became faster, modern systems easing human effort were incorporated. Basically, there are two types of commonly used steering gear systems present:

The main control of the steering operations is given from the helm of any ship, similar to an automobile where the entire control of the vehicle’s “steer-ability” rests on the steering wheel of the driver. The ‘control force’ for turning is triggered off from the wheel at the helm, which reaches the steering gear system.

The steering gear system generates a torsional force at a certain scale which is then, in turn, is transmitted to the rudder stock that turns the rudder. The intermediate steering systems of a modern-day ship can be multifarious with each small component having its own unique function. We omit to discuss each and every such component in detail.

In hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems, hydraulic pressure is developed by hydraulic pumps which are mainly driven by electric motors (electro-hydraulic systems) or sometimes through purely mechanical means (hydraulic systems).

However, mainly advanced electro-hydraulic systems are predominant in ships nowadays. These hydraulic pumps play a crucial role in generating the required pressure to create motions in the steering gear which can trigger the necessary rotary moments in the rudder system.

Actuators mediate the coordination between the generated hydraulic pressure from pumps (driven electrically, of course) and the rudder stock by converting it into a mechanical force creating a turning moment for the rudder. Actuators are now mainly electrically driven by power units.

The types of actuator systems depict the types of steering gears present on ships, which are also segregated as Ram type and Rotary Vane type arrangements accordingly.

Ram type steering gear is one of the commonly used steering gear construction and is quite expensive in construction. The basic principle is same as that of a hydraulically-driven motor engine or lift.

There are four hydraulic cylinders attached to the two arms of the actuator disc, on both sides. These cylinders are directly coupled to electrically driven hydraulic pumps which generate hydraulic pressure through pipes.

This hydraulic pressure field present in the pumps imparts motion to the hydraulic cylinders, which in turn corresponds with the actuator to act upon the rudder stock. As we know, rudder stock is an indispensable part of the entire steering gear arrangement of ships and dictates the exact behaviour of the rudder response.

The sense of turning the rudder is guided by the action of the hydraulic pump. The physics behind its function can be explained better with the help of the following figure.

Here the cylinders denoted A and C are connected to the discharge side of the pump. This generates a positive pressure in the piston cylinders. On the contrary, the other two cylinders B and D are connected to the suction side of the pump.

This creates a negative pressure in the cylinders. The resultant forces create a clockwise moment in the rudder. To put it simply, positive and negative pressures from pumps generate lateral forces on the rams which create a couple for turning the rudder stock.

Similarly, to put it in an anticlockwise turning sense, the reverse is carried out, viz. the discharge ends of the pumps are connected to the cylinders B and D, while the suction side of the pumps is to A and C. This reverse pressure flow from hydraulic pumps is achieved with the help of control valves operated from the wheelhouse.

The ram-type steering gear arrangement produces a considerably high value of torque for a given applied power. The hydraulic oil pressure varies from 100 bars to 175 bars depending on the size of the rudder and torque required.

In rotary vane steering gear, there is a fixed housing in which two vanes rotate. The housing along with the vanes form four chambers. The physics behind its operation is similar to the ram type with a small difference.

When chambers A and C are pressurised, there is an anticlockwise rotation of the vanes. A and C are connected to the discharge side of the pump while chambers B and D are connected to the suction side of the pump.

Similarly, when clockwise rotation is required, B and D are connected to the discharge side of the pump while A and C are connected to the suction side of the pump. As above, this is also operated by specialised control valves.

A rotary vane type arrangement is used when the pressure requirement is 60 to 100 bar for producing the required torque. This is the main advantage of rotary vane type steering gear, requiring lesser hydraulic pressure and thus power for producing the same amount of torque as ram type.

The global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market was valued at US$1.381 billion in 2020. This growth is attributed to the growing demand for better and more convenient steering systems which make the driving experience safer and more efficient.

Power steering systems are systems that provide assistance in steering to the driver, making it easier. The Electro-hydraulic power steering system is abbreviated as EHPS and is also known as a hybrid system because they use the same mechanism as the hydraulic power steering system but instead of the power coming from a pump which is driven by the engine, the pump is driven by the electric motor whose speed varies the amount of hydraulic pressure and is controlled by the ECU. The system uses valves to control the flow to the cylinder. The force the driver applies to the steering column is equal to the amount of force exerted by the fluid through the valves on the steered wheels. To measure the torque applied to the wheels, a torque sensor is used which is fixed on the steering column. When the steering wheel starts to rotate, in turn, the steering column also rotates, thus rotating the torsion bar, which then twists according to the torque provided to it, this torque sensor sends the information to the ECU which then according to the steering angles, vehicle speed, and steering force, controls and operates the electric motor, which provides the hydraulic power thus assisting in steering.

At low speeds, the power supplied by the hydraulic pump is increased to assist in turning and steering operations, whereas at high speeds it is reduced as much assistance is not required. There are key players who are involved in making investments and improvements in electro-hydraulic steering to make them more efficient. For example, Nikola Motor unveiled two hydrogen-electric tractors in April 2019, with electric and hydraulic power steering and high-performance LED lighting. The company"s goal is to achieve a zero-emission future.

Due to exertion while driving, the need for more advanced and safer driving and steering systems is increasing, as technological advancements are happening the industry is moving towards making driving less tedious. These factors are driving the market for electro-hydraulic steering.

On the basis of vehicle type, the global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market is segmented into passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, and others. Passenger vehicles hold a significant share of the market owing to the fact that their production and demand are greater than other vehicles.

On the basis of the sales channel, the global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market can be segmented as OEMs and aftermarkets. OEMs hold a notable amount of market share due to the fact that many cars that are produced these days come with electro-hydraulic power steering.

By geography, the global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market is segmented into North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Asia-Pacific, and South America. Asia-Pacific is estimated to hold a good amount of market share. As regions like China and India are good producers of automobiles, and as the demand for more automobiles is rising, the demand for electro-hydraulic power steering is also increasing due to the need for better steering systems.

The global automotive electro-hydraulic steering market is competitive owing to the presence of well-diversified international, regional, and local players. The competitive landscape details strategies, products, and investments being made by key players in different technologies and companies to boost their market presence.

Doosan unveiled a wheeled excavator for urban work in January 2022. The DX100W-7 features a high flow from a smooth and precise hydraulic system that can be used to power a variety of attachments. Furthermore, the DX100W-7 has two separate pumps that provide independent hydraulic flows for the transmission as well as fully powering hydraulic tools on the front end.

Lotus unveiled the Evija, a stunning $2 million 2000 horsepower all-electric hypercar, in July 2019. The four-wheel-drive Evija has ESP stability control, but also its steering is powered by an electro-hydraulic system.

Prominent key market players in the automotive electro-hydraulic steering market include Robert Bosch GmbH, JTEKT Corporation, Hitachi Astemo Americas, Inc., ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Danotek Motion Technologies, and Eaton, among others.

The automotive electro-hydraulic steering market growth is attributed to the growing demand for better and more convenient steering systems which make the driving experience safer and more efficient.