Brake system and method
US8182050B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 12, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60T2201/06
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for adjusting a brake force to be applied by a brake includes a module for estimating a weight of a vehicle to which a brake is fitted, a module for determining an angle of incline upon which the vehicle is positioned, and a control unit for calculating a sufficient brake force to be applied according to predetermined criteria based upon the estimated weight and the incline to maintain the vehicle in a stationary state. The control unit is configured to signal the brake to apply the calculated amount of force.
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