Specialists in Electric Power Steering and associated products for all types of vehicle, including autonomous

Electric Power Steering – How It Works

DC Electronics electric power steering systems are designed to be either fitted in-line with the existing steering column, or the electric assistance motor can be directly mounted to the steering rack.

Regardless of which electric power steering system you choose, the principle is the same. A torque sensor detects the amount of steering input from the driver. This torque signal is fed into the electric power steering ECU, which then delivers the appropriate amount of assistance to the electric motor.

The advantage of choosing an electric power steering system is that it negates the need for hydraulics. Electric power steering systems are far lighter than comparable hydraulic systems and have no hydraulic pump continuously dragging on the engine which improves horsepower and increase fuel efficiency or range if fitted to an electric vehicle.

The weight of steering assistance on our electric power steering systems is adjustable, with data also being available over CAN bus for some of our systems. DC Electronics’ standard electric power steering systems can be retro fitted to existing vehicles or new designs.

With an extensive core range, our electric power steering systems can be fitted to both crewed or autonomous vehicles, regardless of the power plant (traditional internal combustion engine or an electric source).

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2 days ago
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Are you converting a vehicle with power steering to autonomous? The DCE Microsteer MGU with Autonomous Control EPAS system, using the EPAS200M19 MGU pictured, will be perfect for your application – proven on everything from golf carts to mine trucks.
See our website for details:
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Are you converting a vehicle with power steering to autonomous? The DCE Microsteer MGU with Autonomous Control EPAS system, using the EPAS200M19 MGU pictured, will be perfect for your application – proven on everything from golf carts to mine trucks.
See our website for details:
https://dcemotorsport.com/microsteer-mgu-with-autonomous.../
1 week ago
DC Electronics

The DC Electronics Ultra EPAS System allows the user to fine tune the five adjustable steering maps (selected via rotary position switch or CAN command) to ensure the best feel and compatibility with the vehicle. CAN bus connectivity ensures that all operating parameters can be exported to the vehicle’s data logger. The MGU gives 110Nm/81ft.lb of torque, making this system ideal for professional motorsport or any other application requiring increased levels of assistance.
dcemotorsport.com/ultra-epas-system/
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The DC Electronics Ultra EPAS System allows the user to fine tune the five adjustable steering maps (selected via rotary position switch or CAN command) to ensure the best feel and compatibility with the vehicle. CAN bus connectivity ensures that all operating parameters can be exported to the vehicle’s data logger. The MGU gives 110Nm/81ft.lb of torque, making this system ideal for professional motorsport or any other application requiring increased levels of assistance.
https://dcemotorsport.com/ultra-epas-system/
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DC Electronics – Electric Power Steering specialists

Established in 1997, DC Electronics offer a unique range of electric power steering products (including custom design, if required) for a variety of industries, including:

  • Automotive
  • Marine
  • Autonomous
  • Off Highway
  • Motorsport

As well as electric power steering systems, we can also help with other selected hardware, our expertise being particularly relevant to Autonomous applications.

Our long-standing reputation for quality and reliability has been built over the years through a consistent devotion to pursuing excellence in everything we do, an ethos replicated at our North American sister company DCE Inc (see the link to the US website at the top of the page). As well as supplying the same electric power steering systems and similar hardware as the UK, DCE Inc (based in Mooresville, North Carolina) can also design and manufacture Motorsport wiring harnesses.

For more information, contact us today.

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