Introduction to Brake Control Systems: ABS, TCS, and ESC
By attending this course, you will be able to:
- Analyze brake system design parameters and their vehicle performance effects
- Evaluate the compromises between stability, steerability, and stopping distance
- Identify the discrete mechanical components required for ABS
- Specify fundamental ABS performance attributes
- Calculate dynamic brake balance and explain the benefits of DRP
- Reconcile TCS performance expectations vs. method of implementation
- Define ESC performance metrics and physical limitations
- Assess features such as adaptive cruise control and brake assist
- Interpret federal requirements for the performance of ESC
Electronic brake control systems are required standard equipment on cars and trucks. Vehicles benefit from optimized braking, enhanced acceleration, and improved stability that these systems provide. The instructor introduces participants to system-level design considerations, vehicle interface requirements, and inevitable performance compromises that need to be addressed when implementing these technologies. Participants will begin by defining the tire-road interface and analyzing fundamental vehicle dynamics. Through an in-depth study of system electronics, hydraulic hardware, and sensor requirements, you'll learn about the control strategies employed by ABS, DRP, TCS, and ESC, and the resulting vehicle dynamics. A study of unique applications, a look forward to advanced brake control system integration, and an FMVSS126 overview are also covered.
This course has been approved by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction (ACTAR) for 13 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Upon completion of this course, accredited reconstructionists should email a copy of their course certificate of achievement to actaradmin@actar.org and pay the $10 participant CEU fee to ACTAR, using this link.
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