Horst Hartmann

Title: Horst Hartmann and His Steering-Column Inventions.

Introduction

Horst Hartmann is an inventor associated with Witzhave, Germany, and Daimler AG. His patent work includes engineering solutions for motor-vehicle steering columns, with attention to vibration damping and secure, adaptable assembly. His listed portfolio includes 2 patents.

Latest Patents

Hartmann’s listed patents address steering-column design and assembly.

“Steering Column Arrangement with Torsion Damper Element, and Assembly Method” describes a sliding sleeve connected coaxially to a receiving section of a universal-joint yoke. Molded features on the sleeve and receiving section create a positive connection. Between them, an annular torsion damper comprises inner and outer carrier rings with an elastomer ring between them. The carrier rings are designed to be radially elastic while remaining axially rigid.

“Steering Column Assembly for a Motor Vehicle” describes a bracket that releasably secures the jacket tube supporting a steering shaft. Its clamping mechanism includes a clamping part that is compliant across the steering column’s transverse direction while remaining shear-rigid along its longitudinal and vertical directions.

Career Highlights

The available information connects Hartmann’s patent activity with Daimler AG and identifies two inventions focused on steering-column arrangements. Together, the designs address component connection, torsional damping, and clamping behavior in a motor vehicle.

Collaborations

Detlef Hansen and Holger Kittler are identified as Hartmann’s coworkers. The supplied information does not specify their roles in the listed patents.

Conclusion

Horst Hartmann’s documented inventions focus on practical steering-column engineering, combining torsion damping and carefully controlled clamping in motor-vehicle assemblies.