19 November 2017, 08:00
SteeringPro. SDF makes steering systems intelligent.
SDF is presenting the new SteeringPro system at Agritechnica 2017. The name stands for a revolutionary, highly innovative steering system for tractors. The developers at the SDF Group had various objectives: Firstly, the new steering system crucially improves driving safety and tractor handling. Secondly, driving and working comfort in the field and on the road are increased once again.
The technical concept is as simple as it is brilliant. Previously, heavy and energy-hungry hydraulic systems were required to generate the steering power. The new SteeringPro manages with only a simple, energy-saving hydraulic system. A planetary gear is installed between the steering wheel and the steering cylinders on the front axle. Supported by an electric motor, it controls the steering angle and the steering speed depending on the situation. That means the era of heavy, power-hungry hydraulic systems which deliver the same steering power boost in all situations is now over. The new SteeringPro system delivers steering power on demand, depending on the vehicle speed, the steering angle or the steering wheel turning speed.
During fast turning on the headland, the SteeringPro delivers steering power support on demand, either preset or automatically if the quick steering system (SDD) is activated. It can be networked with the Agrosky precision guidance system without additional external components. It then suggests the optimum driving path to the driver on the field, automatically and precisely guiding the tractor to the destination. During straight-ahead travel, it prevents the tractor from drifting off the exact path. During turning, it allows the driver to steer 100% exactly parallel to the previous path. During fast cornering, it prevents oversteering and understeering of the tractor.
SteeringPro at a glance:
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Steering power boost depending on the situation
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Maximum steering precision, safety and comfort
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Only three components: simple hydraulics, planetary gear, electric motor
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Networked with all vehicle safety systems and precision guidance systems
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Absolutely reliable and maintenance-free
Source: SDF Group