Finding a generic fixed brake force distribution through optimizing hydraulic brake system parameters to prevent wheel lock
ISSN: 1708-5284
Article publication date: 8 December 2023
Issue publication date: 5 December 2024
Abstract
Purpose
The paper aims to identify a suitable generic brake force distribution ratio (β) corresponding to optimal brake design attributes in a diminutive driving range, where road conditions do not exhibit excessive variations. This will intend for an appropriate allocation of brake force distribution (BFD) to provide dynamic stability to the vehicle during braking.
Design/methodology/approach
Two techniques are presented (with and without wheel slip) to satisfy both brake stability and performance while accommodating variations in load sharing and road friction coefficient. Based on parametric optimization of the design variables of hydraulic brake using evolutionary algorithm, taking into account both the laden and unladen circumstances simultaneously, this research develops an improved model for computing and simulating the BFD applied to commercial and passenger vehicles.
Findings
The optimal parameter values defining the braking system have been identified, resulting in effective β = 0.695 which enhances the brake forces at respective axles. Nominal slip of 3.42% is achieved with maximum deceleration of 5.72 m/s2 maintaining directional stability during braking. The results obtained from both the methodologies are juxtaposed and assessed governing the vehicle stability in straight line motion to prevent wheel lock.
Originality/value
Optimization results establish the practicality, efficacy and applicability of the proposed approaches. The findings provide valuable insights for the design and optimization of hydraulic drum brake systems in modern automobiles, which can lead to safer and more efficient braking systems.
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Acknowledgements
The first author is thankful to CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research), New Delhi, India for supporting this research under the CSIR-JRF(GATE) fellowship program (File No: 31/GATE/19(74)/2021-EMR-I).
Conflict of Interest: The authors have no conflict of interest.
Corrigendum: It has come to the attention of the publisher that the article Banik, I., Nandi, A.K. and Mondal, B. (2023), “Finding a generic fixed brake force distribution through optimizing hydraulic brake system parameters to prevent wheel lock”, World Journal of Engineering, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/WJE-04-2023-0106, displays Equation (12) incorrectly. This error was introduced during the submission process. The correct version of the Equation (12) should read as follows:
Citation
Banik, I., Nandi, A.K. and Mondal, B. (2024), "Finding a generic fixed brake force distribution through optimizing hydraulic brake system parameters to prevent wheel lock", World Journal of Engineering, Vol. 21 No. 6, pp. 1206-1218. https://doi.org/10.1108/WJE-04-2023-0106
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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