Braking Systems for Autonomous Driving

Incorporating Electronic Stability Program (ESP) units and redundant ECUs, these systems ensure reliability and continuous operation even in case of partial failures. They are tailored for autonomous and electric vehicles, offering adaptive braking and sophisticated control algorithms.

  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Units: Integrates ESP units with the braking system, managing braking under various driving conditions through hydraulic lines.
  • Redundant Electronic Control Units (ECUs): Implements redundant ECUs to maintain functionality even in case of partial system failures, ensuring continuous operation.
  • Advanced Control Algorithms: Utilizes sophisticated algorithms to coordinate multiple braking components for optimal performance and safety.
  • Autonomous and Electric Vehicle Compatibility: Designed for autonomous and electric/hybrid vehicles, supporting advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and regenerative braking.
  • Two-Wheel and Four-Wheel Blending: Facilitates energy recuperation during braking by implementing two-wheel and four-wheel blending processes.
  • Adaptive Braking Systems: Adjusts braking pressure dynamically based on vehicle speed, load, and driving conditions.

Vehicle Motion Control

Featuring multiple redundancies in pressure supply and electronic control units, these braking systems prioritize safety and uninterrupted operation. The centralized control unit integrates various braking functions, including torque vectoring, to enhance vehicle stability and handling.

  • Redundant Design for Safety: Multiple redundancies to ensure uninterrupted operation, with backup systems for key components like pressure supply devices and electronic control units.
  • Centralized Control System: Superordinate central control unit coordinates the individual control units of the braking system components, ensuring seamless integration and reliable braking response.
  • Torque Vectoring Support: Manages pressure in individual wheel brakes and electric drive motors, enhancing vehicle stability and handling.
  • Versatile Integration: Designed to integrate seamlessly with various vehicle modules including electric parking brakes, hydraulic support systems, and steering actuators.
  • Enhanced Driving Dynamics: Incorporates additional electric drive motors for improved acceleration, better handling, and smoother transitions between braking and driving states.