Danger detected – braking force boosted: brake assist systems ensure maximum vehicle deceleration in emergencies, even when little force is exerted on the pedal.

Brake assistants are important helpers in emergencies in which the driver reacts fast enough but does not brake energetically enough, leading to dangerously long stopping distances.

The brake assistant detects panic situations based on the speed at which the pedal is depressed and activates the booster or the EBS hydraulic unit. This means that even when little force is exerted on the pedal, the vehicle achieves maximum deceleration.

We offer two technologies to accomplish this:

Mechanical Brake Assistant

In this system, a mechanism uses the effect of inertia to recognize high pedal speed combined with heavy pressure exerted by the driver’s foot. The driver’s wish for greater deceleration is supported through activation of the brake booster, supplying maximum boosting.

Electronic Brake Assistant

This solution makes use of a vacuum brake booster with an electronic brake assistance function and pedal direction sensor and a standard ABS-TMC interface. This multifunctional module is also used in ESC systems and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).