Anti-lock Braking System

GPTKB entity

Statements (36)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:navigation
gptkbp:abbreviation ABS
gptkbp:alternativeName gptkb:anti-skid_braking_system
active_protection_system
gptkbp:category braking technology
vehicle safety feature
gptkbp:component valves
controller
pump
speed sensors
gptkbp:detects wheel speed differences
gptkbp:firstAutomotiveUse gptkb:1966_Jensen_FF
gptkbp:improves vehicle control
safety in emergency braking
gptkbp:introducedIn gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:inventedBy gptkb:Gabriel_Voisin
gptkbp:operates modulating brake pressure
gptkbp:prevention skidding
loss of steering control
gptkbp:purpose prevent wheel lock-up during braking
maintain tractive contact with road surface
gptkbp:reduces stopping distance on slippery surfaces
gptkbp:relatedTo Control System
electronic stability control
gptkbp:requires European Union (since 2004 for new cars)
United States (since 2013 for new cars)
gptkbp:standardFeatureIn modern vehicles
gptkbp:usedIn buses
automobiles
motorcycles
trucks
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Eitan_APC
gptkb:Merkava_tank
gptkb:Trophy_active_protection_system
gptkb:Puma_IFV
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5