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Abstract
The project's objective is to develop an alternative to the traditional two wheel steering system, aiming to improve the maneuverability and handling of vehicles. The conventional Ackerman or Davis steering systems have a significant limitation in that they cannot achieve turns with a minimal radius. The increasing number of vehicles has led to problems such as traffic congestion and pollution (both air and noise). To tackle these concerns, a steering system has been proposed to enhance a car's control and maneuverability, especially in navigating narrow roads or parking spaces. Our innovative idea involves implementing a four-wheel steering design that enables the vehicle to execute turns with a minimum radius around its gravitational axis. This is accomplished by steering the rear wheels in the opposite direction of the front wheels at low speeds, effectively reducing the turning circle radius of the vehicle. Our system incorporates a rack and pinion steering linkage positioned at the rear of the vehicle, controlled by an Arduino Uno system equipped with a stepper motor. The project aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of four-wheel steering (4WS) technology and its potential impact on the automotive industry. This entails exploring different types of 4WS systems, their advantages and disadvantages, as well as the challenges associated with their implementation.
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Copyright © 2023 Prof. R. B. Jagtap . This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
