2014

NTN will run a booth at “2014 Automotive Engineering Exposition” with the theme “New Technology & Ecology: NTN's advanced technology for the future for people and vehicles.”
In addition to technologies that contribute to electrification, lower friction and higher efficiency of vehicles, the NTN booth will showcase the latest technologies that bring the future of people and vehicles together, such as the display of an electric vehicle that is a type of next-generation vehicle, and the most advanced steering support technology.
We look forward to seeing you at the event.

Mechanical Clutch Unit (MCU) for Next-generation Steering Compact steer-by-wire clutch product that combines an electromagnetic clutch and roller clutch. With the high response of the electromagnetic clutch, and the high load capacity design of the roller clutch, the MCU provides a high level of reliability with a mechanical link if the steer-by-wire fails.

Ball Screw Drive Module for Electric Hydraulic Brake Compact drive module product that combines support bearings and sintered materials for a high load capacity ball screws. It converts rotational motion of the motor accurately to linear motion, with more accurate control of brake force providing a greater amount of driving energy, contributing to a longer driving range.

Q’mo II The advanced model the original “Q’mo,” “Q’mo II” makes its debut at the Automotive Engineering Exposition. The newly developed multi-driving system still provides the characteristic “Pivot turn” and “Lateral move” features as a two-seater electric commuter car capable of driving on public roads <application being registered>.

Electromechanical Brake System with Parking Brake A braking system that operates the brake pads with an electric motor and separate linear drive mechanism for finer and safer brake control. Regenerative braking coordinated control helps to improve electrical efficiency of EV and HEV. The addition of a parking brake function further increases convenience.

In-wheel Motor System A system with the world lightest in-wheel motor system, consisting of a speed reducer, hub bearing and various sensors within the motor, mounted directly to the wheel, for more effective use of space and greater degree of freedom in vehicle design with independent drive systems.

Press Connect Spline Hub Joint Hub joint that uses a proprietary press connect method for a lightweight design and no backlash in spline joints. The bolt connection structure between the CVJ and 3rd generation hub bearing makes assembly possible on the vehicle production line.

Super Low Friction Hub Bearing The use of a newly developed low friction grease drastically reduces grease stirring resistance during rotation. Minute dimples have been implemented into the seal lip (edge of seals made of rubber) sliding surface and a specially developed low-viscosity grease is applied to reduce the wear resistance of seal contact areas. Rotational friction of bearing was reduced by 33% (compared to the conventional product) and fuel efficiency improved by approximately 0.28%.

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