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Development of Wheel Pressure Control Algorithm for Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System of Commercial Trucks
Minjun Seo1, Changhee Yoo2, Sang-Shin Park3
1School of Mechanical Engineering, Yeungnam University, 280 Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan 38541, Korea. mjseo@hanhoinc.com.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 19, 2018
Summary
This study introduces a novel wheel cylinder pressure control algorithm for commercial truck electronic stability control (ESC) systems. The algorithm effectively manages braking pressure using cost-efficient on/off solenoid valves, enhancing vehicle safety.
Area of Science:
- Automotive Engineering
- Control Systems
- Vehicle Dynamics
Background:
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is crucial for commercial truck safety, improving driving stability through precise wheel braking pressure distribution.
- Commercial trucks often utilize cost-effective on/off solenoid valves, which pose challenges for precise pressure control compared to proportional valves.
- Effective wheel cylinder pressure management is essential for optimal ESC system performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and present a wheel cylinder pressure control algorithm specifically for commercial truck ESC systems.
- To address the limitations of on/off solenoid valves in achieving accurate braking pressure control within ESC systems.
- To validate the efficacy of the proposed control algorithm through experimental testing.
Main Methods:
- Development of a novel wheel cylinder pressure control algorithm tailored for on/off solenoid valve actuation.
- Integration of the algorithm into an electronic stability control (ESC) system framework for commercial trucks.
- Experimental validation of the control algorithm's performance in managing wheel braking pressure.
Main Results:
- The proposed algorithm successfully controlled wheel cylinder pressure using on/off solenoid valves.
- Experimental results demonstrated the effectiveness of the developed algorithm in achieving desired pressure regulation.
- The system showed potential for enhancing ESC performance in commercial vehicles despite valve limitations.
Conclusions:
- The presented wheel cylinder pressure control algorithm offers a viable solution for enhancing ESC systems in commercial trucks.
- The algorithm effectively overcomes the inherent limitations of on/off solenoid valves for precise braking control.
- This research contributes to improving the safety and stability of commercial vehicles through advanced control strategies.
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