Our concepts for further enhancements of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC)* systems, for the Euroclass and upper class vehicle categories, include a spectrum of additional functions; from a simple ESC system, to a high-end system with the comfort and performance features available on Brake-by-Wire Systems of the future.

Features and improvements

• New generation valve, analog controllable (A/D valves) for optimized wheel control
• Analog controllable cut-off valves (A/D TCS valves) for convenient control of ACC and OHB
• Improved ESC pressure dynamics (in cold by approximately 15%) achieved using a powerful pump and an optimized suction range
• Integrated pressure sensors
• Sensor cluster for yaw rate and longitudinal/lateral acceleration integrated into ECU
• New chip set ER03 for higher integration
• Hydraulic Brake Assist
• Hydraulic ACC
• Packaging and weight optimization
• Improvements in performance of the ABS function are possible through the potential for integrating the wheel pressure information

Possible function extensions

• Deflation Detection System
• Hill Start Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Cold Start Support
• Rain Brake Support
• Fading Brake Support
• Booster Failure Support
• and further functions

*ESC (Electronic Stability Control) = ESP (Electronic Stability Program)