Specialists from Moscow Polytech, in collaboration with the "IC 'Kamaz'," have developed and tested prototype samples of Russia's first electromechanical brake system for vehicles. This was reported by the university's press service.
The project manager, Andrey Keller, Head of the "Land Vehicles" Department at Moscow Polytech, emphasized that electromechanical brake mechanisms are the next step in the evolution of brake systems, where conventional hydraulic and pneumatic drives are replaced by electrical signals and servomotors.
The development and implementation of an electric brake system is a promising direction in the development of automotive technologies. Reducing braking distance, seamless integration and compatibility with driver assistance systems and autopilot, ensuring the operability of the brake system in the event of failure of one or more mechanisms - all this can be described as a qualitative leap.
Electromechanical brake mechanisms will improve the safety, performance, efficiency, environmental friendliness, and reliability of vehicles.
Specialists have already completed the entire development cycle — from design to bench tests of prototypes. Dynamic tests simulating real operating conditions are planned for the near future. The data obtained will form the basis for further improvement of the technology and mass production.