ZF brake-by-wire technology growing

ZF brake-by-wire technology growing

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ZF has reached an agreement with a Global vehicle Manufacturer that includes planned volume production of brake-by-wire technology along with cutting-edge steering in a single class of vehicle.

Featuring the Electro-Mechanical Brake and by-wire technology on the rear brakes, the project will also include ZF’s  Integrated Brake Control and traditional front calipers, creating a “hybrid” braking system of by-wire and hydraulics that offers  increased flexibility to the manufacturer. The agreement will also provide significant steering technology with ZF’s Electric Recirculating Ball Steering Gear. This cuttingedge braking technology combined with traditional braking systems and  innovative steering tools further solidifies ZF’s position as the industry leader.

The road to the software-defined vehicle
With the Electro-Mechanical Brake (EMB) as a key component of the brake-by-wire technology, ZF lays the foundation for the software-defined vehicle that will lead to new functions and features, many that emphasise safety as much as driving comfort. One such feature being explored with by-wire technology is the ability for the vehicle to autonomously brake and steer in a crash situation.

Hybrid braking combined with sophisticated steering
ZF’s EMB is at the centre of the ‘dry’ brake system where brake fluid is no longer required. Brake pressure is therefore not generated by the pressure of fluids in the hydraulic system, but by electric motors. Brake signals from the pedal to the  electric motor are also transmitted purely electrically, which is why the term ‘dry brake-by-wire’ is used.

The EMB works seamlessly with the Integrated Brake Control (IBC), a nonvacuum, fully integrated electro-hydraulic system  providing premium brake performance for automatic emergency braking, full energy recuperation and redundant fallback  options up to full automated driving for passenger car and light truck segments.

The “hybrid” system is created with an electric system on the rear axle and hydraulics at the front, featuring ZF’s Colette- type caliper, the most widely fitted floating caliper in the world. It is available for passenger car and light commercial vehicles  in single and twin piston designs making it cost and CO2 efficient as well as a high-performance solution for all drivetrains including electric and hybrid vehicles.

The Electric Recirculating Ball Steering Gear RCB EPS (Recirculating Ball Steering Electric Power Steering) is a 48 V  electrically powered gear that is designed to replace current hydraulic applications. It allows for ADAS features as well as  improved steering feel and performance. The RCB EPS is supporting ADAS features up to Level 2/2+ and can be adapted to  higher AD Levels. It is an integrated unit that reduces vehicle assembly costs while also cutting CO2 emissions.

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