Mechanical optimization of the servohousing unit in an EPSc steering system

Abstract

This project is about a mechanical optimization of a part called servohousing from an automobile steering system EPSc (Electrically Powered Steering column), it comes from the necessity of saving costs regarding production process, material weight and R & D development for Robert Bosch Automotive Steering GmbH Company. A mechanical optimization, also called bionic design, is a thoroughly analysis and redesign of the part regarding material and loads. With the help of a university professor Francesc Arbós Bellapart, and two engineers of Bosch Company, Simon Vaupel and Marcel Stengel, we will analyse the complete picture of the mechanical part, optimize the shape with a specific software called Inspire from SolidThinking Company to create a design concept.