Brake-by-wire Systems Expected to be the Most Successful Advanced Braking Systems in Future.DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51351) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report: Strategic Analysis of the European Market for Advanced Braking and Stability Control Systems to their offering. This research service titled Strategic Analysis of the European Market for Advanced Braking and Stability Control Systems provides in-depth focus on the growth of advanced braking and stability control systems and the need for integration of different braking and stability control systems. In this research, expert analysts thoroughly examine the technologies, which include hydraulic, electro hydraulic, hybrid and electro mechanical braking technologies and also standard and advanced stability control technologies. Technologies The following technologies are covered in this research: -- Hydraulic Braking Systems: The function of a hydraulic braking system commences from the pedal input by the driver. Based on this, the master cylinder Noun 1. master cylinder - a cylinder that contains brake fluid that is compressed by a piston brake cylinder, hydraulic brake cylinder piston chamber, cylinder - a chamber within which piston moves and the brake booster develop the braking pressure by pressurizing the hydraulic fluid hydraulic fluid toxic because of its high content of industrial triaryl phosphate. in the master cylinder. Then the pressurized pres·sur·ize tr.v. pres·sur·ized, pres·sur·iz·ing, pres·sur·iz·es 1. To maintain normal air pressure in (an enclosure, as an aircraft or submarine). 2. fluid is transferred to the brake calipers located at the wheels and this is done with the help of hydraulic lines. The length of the hydraulic lines varies with the size of the vehicle and the design of the braking system. -- Hybrid Braking Systems: As the name suggests, hybrid braking systems are a combination of two different braking systems. Typically, in a hybrid braking system, a hydraulic braking system is present on the front axle while an electro mechanical braking system is fitted on the rear axle. It is because of this partial hydraulic braking system and partial electro mechanical braking system; hybrid braking systems are termed as a step towards Brake-By-Wire. -- Electro Hydraulic Braking (EHB EHB Electronic Handbook EHB Extra Half-Brite (Amiga graphics mode) EHB Ethernet Hub EHB EVA Hardware Board EHB Elektro-Hydraulischen Bremse EHB Ensemble Harmonique de Bellegarde EHB Electro Hydraulic Brake ) System: In an EHB system, the brake actuation ac·tu·ate tr.v. ac·tu·at·ed, ac·tu·at·ing, ac·tu·ates 1. To put into motion or action; activate: electrical relays that actuate the elevator's movements. 2. and braking of the wheels are done by the hydraulic system Noun 1. hydraulic system - a mechanism operated by the resistance offered or the pressure transmitted when a liquid is forced through a small opening or tube while the brake pressure regulation is preformed electronically. In case of failure of the electronic brake pressure regulation system, there is a backup hydraulic brake pressure regulation system, which gets activated and the EHB system is converted to a conventional hydraulic braking system. -- Electro Mechanical Braking (EMB EMB eosin-methylene blue. ) System: In an EMB system, the hydraulic lines are completely eliminated. The brake actuation and braking of the wheels is done at the wheel itself. The EMB system has an electro mechanical wheel brake module that replaces brake calipers at each wheel. The wheel brake module includes the brake discs and an electric motor which carries out the brake actuation by generating the necessary brake force Brake force is a measure of braking power of a vehicle. In the case of railways, it is important that staff are aware of the brake force of a locomotive so sufficient brake power will be available on trains, particularly heavy freight trains. . This required brake force is calculated by the Electronic Control Unit (ECU ECU See: European Currency Unit ECU See European Currency Unit (ECU). ) which is present in a single control unit with the electronic pedal module which incorporates the electronic pedal feel or feet module. The hydraulic lines are replaced by electronic lines in an EMB system. -- Electronic Stability Program (ESP (1) (Enhanced Service Provider) An organization that adds value to basic telephone service by offering such features as call-forwarding, call-detailing and protocol conversion. ): This is an electronic stability control system, which has a central electronic control unit and different sensors in the vehicle for different measurements. The function of this system is to maintain the stability of the vehicle at all times and help the driver steer the vehicle during emergency. Market Overview Brake-by-wire Systems Expected to be the Most Successful Advanced Braking Systems in Future Although over 95.0 percent of the European automotive market is currently equipped with hydraulic braking systems, beyond 2009-2010, the industry is expected to gradually shift towards more advanced braking systems such as electro mechanical braking (EMB) systems and electronic wedge brake (EWB EWB Engineers Without Borders EWB Electronics Workbench (simulation software) EWB Einzelwertberichtigung (auf Forderungen; banking, German) ) systems. Brake-by-wire systems such as EMB and EWB are expected to greatly influence the braking systems market scenario in the next decade and have the capability to replace hydraulic braking systems and become an industry standard on passenger cars in the future. With regard to stability control systems, the market is witnessing a strong growth, driven largely by the increasing awareness among customers of the benefits of the electronic stability program (ESP). Further, consumer feedback indicates that over 45.0 percent of end users across Western Europe Western Europe The countries of western Europe, especially those that are allied with the United States and Canada in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (established 1949 and usually known as NATO). will purchase a vehicle, if ESP systems are offered as standard and the future of braking systems lies in the integration of stability control systems with braking systems. Considering the reliability issues associated with electro hydraulic braking (EHB), hydraulic braking systems are expected to continue their dominance in the market and maintain their market share until the end of this decade. While EHB systems are presently used in hybrid vehicles This is a list of hybrid vehicles in chronological order of production: Early designs
Reliability of the Electronic Circuits and Necessity for a Higher Voltage System Pose Challenges Advanced braking systems such as EHB and EMB systems require a higher voltage system in order to operate efficiently. One of the key reasons for the failure of EHB systems is the poor reliability of the electronic circuit in the system and this failure of the electronic circuit can be attributed to the absence of a high voltage The term high voltage characterizes electrical circuits, in which the voltage used is the cause of particular safety concerns and insulation requirements. High voltage is used in electrical power distribution, in cathode ray tubes, to generate X-rays and particle beams, to system in conventional cars. Hence, in the quest towards advanced braking systems, reliability of the electronic circuits and the necessity for a higher voltage system in the vehicle are likely to act as major challenges for the European braking industry. Currently, customer awareness of the benefits of advanced braking and stability control systems remains low. Hence, adequate customer education regarding the benefits of advanced braking and stability control systems could develop as a crucial driver for these systems in the market. The key to the success of advanced braking and stability control systems is in designing a reliable system, which offers maximum benefits to both the vehicle manufacturers as well as end users, says the analyst. Further, in ensuring maximum market penetration Noun 1. market penetration - the extent to which a product is recognized and bought by customers in a particular market penetration - the act of entering into or through something; "the penetration of upper management by women" , the system needs be priced strategically and should cater to the needs of different vehicle segments. Companies Mentioned: -- 1. BMW BMW in full Bayerische Motoren Werke AG German automaker. Founded as an aircraft engine manufacturer in 1916, the company assumed the name Bayerische Motoren Werke and became known for its high-speed motorcycles in the 1920s. -- 2. DaimlerChrysler -- 3. Fiat -- 4. Ford Motor Company -- 5. General Motors -- 6. Renault - Nissan -- 7. Honda -- 8. Hyundai -- 9. PSA (Professional Services Automation) An information system designed to organize, track and manage all opportunities, work, resources, costs, revenues and invoices to improve the productivity and efficiency of the workforce. Peugeot Citroen -- 10. Toyota Motor Corporation -- 11. Volkswagen For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51351 |
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