Electronic Brake Force Distribution

Electronic Brake Force Distribution

“Electronic brake force distribution (EBD or EBFD) or electronic brake force limitation (EBL) is an automobile brake technology that automatically varies the amount of force applied to each of a vehicle's wheels, based on road conditions, speed, loading, etc. always coupled with anti-lock braking systems (ABS).” 

EBD can apply more or less braking pressure to each wheel in order to maximize stopping power whilst maintaining vehicular control.

Components of EBD

1. Speed Sensor: 

The speed sensor not only calculates the speed of the car, but the speed of the engine also (RPM). One of the scenarios can be that the speed of the wheel might not be the same as the speed of the car. Such a situation can lead to the wheel(s) skidding. The speed sensors calculate the slip ratio and relay it to ECU.

2. Electronic Control Unit: 

It is a small chip which collects the data from the speed sensors in each wheel and uses the data to calculate the slip ratio (difference between the speed of the car and the rotation of the tyre). Once the slip ratio is determined, it makes use of the brake force modulators to keep the slip ratio within limits. 

3. Brake Force Modulators: 

It is the job of these modulators to pump brake fluid into the brake lines and activate the brake cylinders. The brake force applied on each wheel can be modulated.

Working of EBD

Sensors that send signals to the brake force distributor from the anti-lock system. Information about the rotation of each wheel is recorded individually. 
The Acceleration / deceleration sensor, which refers to ABS. It is mounted in the wheel hubs of the car. The Valves that are part of the pressure modulator. The electronic unit which is common both for the braking system and for its “expansion”. He receives information about the speed of rotation of the wheels. Processes it. Activates only those valves of the brake system that are needed.
Hydraulic unit which is part of ABS. It changes the brake forces on the wheels and axles of the car distributes them correctly. Indicator lamp, which warns of problems in the active (brake) security system. Independently to solve the problem is strictly not recommended to operate a defective vehicle – too.
Advantages of EBD

1. Greatly reduce the possibility of brake lock up.
2. Provide better chance of steering.
3. Highly adaptable to every surface.
4. Greatly reduces the possibility of vehicle skidding.
5. Faster reactions to situations because of completely electronic & computer controlled.

Disadvantages of EBD

1. Expensive repairs & high cost of operation.
2. Require regular check ups & maintenance of sensors, valves and brake fluid.
3. Require complete overhaul on damage of few parts.
4. Delicate system, easy to harm and damage.


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