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Reduced brake switch dependence control method and system for vehicle anti-lock brake system

US5542756A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 6, 1995
Grant dateAug 6, 1996
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Expiry dateFeb 6, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60T8/17616
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A reduced brake switch dependence (RBSD) control method and system for a vehicle anti-lock brake system (ABS) having a brake switch. The control method includes generating a RBSD control signal when the brake switch is inoperative, and performing RBSD control of the ABS in response to the RBSD control signal. The control system includes wheel speed sensors, ABS control valves, and a programmable microprocessor ABS control unit for performing the control method.

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