Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC)

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Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) is an electro-hydraulic "brake-by-wire" system developed by Mercedes-Benz to provide faster, more precise braking response and enhanced stability functions compared to conventional braking systems.

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instanceOf automotive braking system
electro-hydraulic brake-by-wire system
abbreviation SBC
aimsTo improve active safety
improve braking comfort
appliesTo Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C219)
Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W211)
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230)
linked to: Mercedes-Benz SL

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
passenger cars
controlInput driver brake pedal request
controlStrategy electronic control of hydraulic pressure
countryOfOrigin Germany
developer DaimlerChrysler
Mercedes-Benz
firstUsedOn Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230)
linked to: Mercedes-Benz SL
hasAdvantageOver conventional hydraulic braking systems
hasFeature automatic brake drying
emergency brake assist integration
faster brake pressure build-up
hill-hold function
individual wheel brake pressure control
integrated stability functions
pre-filling of brake system
reduced pedal travel variation
hasIssue complexity of components
potential for hydraulic pump failure
reliability concerns
integratedWith Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist System (BAS)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
introducedIn early 2000s
manufacturer Mercedes-Benz
output modulated hydraulic pressure at each wheel
provides enhanced vehicle stability
faster braking response
more precise brake pressure control
shorter stopping distances in some conditions
replacedBy conventional hydraulic brake system with enhanced ABS and ESP
safetyDesign hydraulic fallback mode
subjectOf recall campaigns by Mercedes-Benz
technologyType brake-by-wire
uses brake pedal force sensor
brake pedal travel sensor
electronic control unit
high-pressure hydraulic accumulator
hydraulic modulator
wheel speed sensors

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R230 notableFeature Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC)