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Depending on the powertrain type, level of automation, desired braking energy efficiency, or requirements regarding vehicle dynamics and agility, we offer you the ideal configuration of hardware, software, and applications – in either modular or integrated form.
Are you faced with the challenge of choosing the right option from the large number of braking systems available on the market? We support you in your decision.
Whether vacuum-based or vacuum-free, whether coupling / decoupling the pedal from the brake pressure on the wheel or true by-wire, whether modular or integrated packaging concepts – there is a wide range of options on the market. Do you already have a preference or are you still in the evaluation phase? We will show you the specific advantages of each option and work with you to select the optimum system. Our many years of experience and neutral perspective will help to find the perfect solution for you.
In the face of ever-changing market requirements, we are constantly developing various architecture concepts and products. Regardless of your chosen concept, we serve as a one-stop shop for all the necessary hardware, functions, and services.
Two-box solutions with specific advantages
One-box solution as a packaging concept
The integrated power brake (IPB) is our vacuum-independent, electrohydraulic braking system, which combines brake booster and ESP® functions in a single piece of hardware. For highly automated vehicle types with a mixed platform, the IPB system can be supplemented with a redundant brake unit. This ensures reliable and stable braking in the event of a fault in the automated driving mode.
How do you provide your customers with maximum cornering dynamics, optimum traction, and supreme braking performance in any situation? Our answer: vehicle dynamics management (VDM), our new concept for engineering powerful functions for vehicle dynamics.
With our integrated, central system for vehicle dynamics management, we harness the full potential of all driving dynamics actuators. After all, with the usual strategy of a “peaceful coexistence” between the various actuators, combined with feedback structures and heuristic approaches, the systems sometimes work against each either . In addition, drivers perceive control interventions as disruptive to the driving experience. In contrast, the controller design of our VDM system is based on the principle of non-linear, model-based feedforward control. The result is highly natural driving behavior combined with maximum performance .
The controller defines the lateral-dynamic behavior of vehicles. Modeling the intended driving behavior based on a desired vehicle model ensures particularly natural driving performance. Depending on the available actuators, the complete bandwidth of lateral dynamics can be influenced – from the linear driving range to the limits of vehicle dynamics.
Our intelligent approach to controlling all actuators relevant to traction. Engineered specifically for the racetrack, the traction control does not slow the vehicle down with its interventions, but instead noticeably optimizes traction. Even the most experienced drivers can further improve their lap times and control the vehicle easily in drift situations.
For maximum performance in all braking situations. As well as optimizing the braking distance, IBC primarily improves driving performance when braking during cornering. We also employ control algorithms that adapt to the tires and their temperatures. This guarantees consistent braking performance in changing conditions.
The hydraulic brake and e-motor no longer enjoy a mere “peaceful coexistence”. Instead, the potential of the e-machine is used to modulate the braking torque when the ABS takes effect. This allows perfect wheel slip to be achieved with maximum dynamics. This massively increases energy recovery, reduces the braking distance, and enables purely electric braking even when the brakes are fully applied.
Our integrated vehicle dynamics interface provides you with a solution that allows your customers to configure the previously described functions in their own vehicles. This can be done, for example, via buttons, rotary switches, or the vehicle’s user interface. Greater consideration can thus be given to personal dynamic requirements, thereby delivering a more individual and higher-quality driving experience.
IVE is an algorithm for estimating vehicle movement and tire parameters. This information can be used to optimize IVC and ITC performance. This estimation is a prerequisite for the IBC and IPR function since highly accurate speed information is indispensable for an optimum braking distance. Moreover, the estimated values can be exported to the vehicle bus and used in other functions. For maximum accuracy, we employ a 6D inertial sensor system which measures the acceleration and rotation rate in the longitudinal, lateral, and vertical directions of the vehicle.
Vehicle dynamics managementDetails and benefits of the individual vehicle dynamics functions
Optimized performance with reduced complexity
With our integrated approach, we optimize the performance of your vehicles while simultaneously reducing the coordination work required with the suppliers of the various actuators.
Make your philosophy a reality
We help you to unleash the full potential of your vehicles and to deliver the specific dynamic philosophy of your brand safely onto the world’s roads.
Always adaptable
We provide you with scalable solutions for the central control of multiple actuators via an ESP® control unit from Bosch and a corresponding central computer.
A whole new level of vehicle dynamics
With our concept, reliable and predictable driving performance in all situations becomes a reality. Our vision is that the driver is never consciously aware of the control interventions, but simply experiences a positive change in the vehicle’s dynamic behavior.
We provide you with system- and vehicle-level integration services for the entire braking system from a single source.
Are you faced with the challenge of looking after many suppliers of brake system components? In collaboration with our partner for foundation brakes, we offer the solution from a single source: a complete braking system including integration at vehicle level. This frees up capacities in your specialist department and saves valuable time in supplier management. Our portfolio for light commercial vehicles and passenger cars includes brake actuator and brake control systems from Bosch along with numerous foundation brake technologies from our partner.
We adapt the overall braking system and its functions to the exact properties that you aspire to with your vehicle DNA. Our integration services are available to you either individually or as a complete package:
Planning of multiple platforms for different vehicle segments
In collaboration with our partner, we create braking system designs based on a shared-part strategy. The aim is to achieve a balance between all vehicle segments and their individual requirements. We thereby reduce the complexity of different designs, combine the verification and validation effort, and simplify the component delivery process.
Do you have any questions? Feel free to contact our expert.
Christophe Sainsard, Senior Sales Manager
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