Brake manual

The braking manual provides an in-depth insight into the current state, potential, and future development of motor vehicle braking systems. Microelectronics and mechatronics have significantly enhanced the technical potential and functionality of braking systems. Hydraulically, electrohydraulically, or electromechanically actuated brakes and the entire braking system with all its components are an indispensable part of the safety, driver assistance, and accident prevention levels already achieved today and those possible in the future. The braking manual comprehensively covers the fundamentals, requirements, design, simulation, components, systems, operational behavior, and functions in modern vehicles. It takes into account passenger cars, commercial vehicles, trailers, rail vehicles, off-road wheeled and tracked vehicles, motorcycles and bicycles, as well as racing vehicles and aircraft.