Analysis and selection of brakes for heavy vehicles

Abstract

The paper presents an analysis of the foundation brakes currently in use on heavy motor vehicles. The results indicate the conditions in which currently available brakes are developed by heavy motor vehicles industry and point to changes in the future. Such changes may be related to legislation, newly available brake types and requirements in vehicle usage. An algorithm for heavy motor vehicle brake analysis and selection is proposed. The paper concludes with some indications of the future requirements for the heavy vehicle industry in view of changes in foundation brakes design in an effort to improve road traffic safety.