Yiche Original Braking performance is the foundation of vehicle performance. It not only complements acceleration performance, but is also the most basic safety guarantee. For a long time, the intelligence of vehicles has gradually improved, but the braking system has not made any essential technological progress. But now, brembo has launched the SENSIFY braking system to change this situation.
The name SENSIFY comes from the combination of two words: SENSE (feeling) is human The ability to sense external signals and stimuli, SIMPLIFY means ease of installation and represents the harmonious integration of Brembo products into the vehicle. The SENSIFY braking system is Brembo's first new intelligent braking system that combines advanced artificial intelligence software with Brembo's world-renowned braking components.
In terms of hardware, the SENSIFY braking system includes the current Brembo product portfolio of calipers, brake discs and friction materials, and is equipped with digital technology and artificial intelligence , building a flexible and breakthrough platform that uses software, predictive algorithms and data management systems to realize digital control of the braking system.
The characteristic of this is that the current braking system controls braking through a hydraulic system, but the SENSIFY braking system is currently in an electronically controlled state. According to the electrical signal from the pedal, it is transmitted to the electric motor through the brake control unit. Controlled brake calipers complete the entire braking process. To use a description that is not very accurate but easy for everyone to understand, it is an electronically controlled or wire-controlled braking system, and there is no longer a hydraulic role.
SENSIFY makes the braking system no longer just a component Instead of a simple patchwork of spaces, it has become an ecosystem in which artificial intelligence and software play an active role. Data collection functions are used to improve the driving experience and the system is continuously updated.
It should be noted that the SENSIFY braking system is not expected to be launched until 2024 and will be installed on mass-produced vehicles. According to relevant laws and regulations, the current SENSIFY braking systemThe front wheel still retains a traditional hydraulic braking system. When laws and regulations become more open and perfect in the future, the SENSIFY braking system will inevitably be a fully dry intelligent braking system that will no longer contain brake fluid.
The SENSIFY system has been developed from Brembo’s heritage and know-how, combining excellent brake component design concepts, digital thinking and sensors to achieve individual control. Independent control of wheels. The SENSIFY system enables more precise vehicle control, better performance, stronger stability, and a unique driving experience. In a way, SENSIFY achieves the best of both worlds: making driving both fun and extremely safe. This braking system is intelligent, responsive and smooth, delivering superior performance and exceptional control based on the driver's needs.
The SENSIFY system is also a more sustainable braking solution. Because the braking action of the wheels has been optimized and there is no drag torque between the brake pads and the brake discs, dust emissions are greatly reduced. The key part of this is a set of ENESYS energy-saving springs. Through the operation of the system, it can make the brake pads disengage from the brake disc faster, thereby achieving the goal of no drag torque.
In addition, SENSIFY The system provides possibilities for car design, brings great flexibility to car manufacturers, and simplifies the difficulty of integrating with electric and fuel vehicle platforms - from super sports cars to city cars, and may even cover the latest commercial vehicles. coverage of all market segments.
For users, the most obvious benefit of the SENSIFY system is that it eliminates the need for a hydraulic system and no brake fluid, thus reducing the need for part of the maintenance costs. At the same time, more advanced systems also improve driving control experience and safety.
Brembo flew a test car from Italy for today’s brief experience. The experience process is to test drive a vehicle equipped with ordinary brakes for two laps, and then experience a car equipped with Brembo SENSIFY system for two laps. The distinctive part is that a section of simulated ice and snow road with low friction coefficient is set up in the venue. There is also a high-speed corner experience, with the speed controlled at about 80km/h, and two low-speed continuous curve braking experiences, with the speed controlled at about 60km/h. These settings are mainly to feel the difference in the braking system and not to pursue the limit. The two cars are equipped with the same type of tires of different sizes.
The experience of the regular version is familiar to everyone. It can also brake better in corners, and the anti-lock braking system is crazy when braking on ice. When working, you can feel the continuous pedal rebound, and the car can maintain a straight line while decelerating.
ChangeAfter getting into a car equipped with the Brembo SENSIFY system, I first braked at a high-speed corner of 80km/h before entering the corner. The speed immediately dropped significantly. This is similar to the ordinary car I just experienced, but the feeling is different. The difference. First, the brake pedal has a sucking feeling, and the pedal has no obvious rebound from beginning to end. Second, the brake force distribution feels better, which can better help the vehicle adjust its body posture and achieve better directivity and better cornering angle.
When braking on ice, the most obvious feeling is the change in pedal bounce. People who often test know that there will be force feedback from the hydraulic system at the end of the braking state. On ice, this feeling is more obvious due to the high operating frequency of the system. For vehicles using the Brembo SENSIFY system, the braking experience is very comfortable. Especially for people who have never used the brakes to the limit, this comfortable feeling will bring more security.
After the experience, the engineer and I looked at the test data. What can be seen is that depending on different working conditions, the braking force of the four wheels can be relatively consistent, or there can be a very large difference. This supports the test drive experience just now.
In addition, engineers also said that this system can set many parameters such as the linearity of the brakes according to user preferences. For example, if someone likes the front brake to be heavy, he or she can adjust the brake pedal to get strong braking force. There are also people who prefer linear braking, which is to adjust it to a soothing mode and continuously increase the braking force as the pedal goes deeper. Of course, no matter which one, the braking performance can be fully guaranteed, and these personalized settings only need to adjust the parameters.
[Test the sensor on the vehicle pedal to record data]
As for whether the SENSIFY system has any effect on the braking distance As mentioned above, the site does not have the conditions for experience. Engineers also said that braking distance involves many factors, and more objective results can only be obtained in laboratory conditions.
Summary: Daniele, CEO of Brembo Schillaci said, “The SENSIFY system launched by Brembo is pushing the boundaries of what is possible in braking systems, giving drivers a new driving experience on the road, helping them tailor braking response to their own driving style. The SENSIFY system allows the driver to feel Peace of mind, that’s what they want,”
“SENSIFY embodies Brembo’s vision of turning energy into Inspiration – also marks another important step for Brembo in providing cutting-edge, innovative, smart and sustainable solutions to the automotive industry.”
For ordinary consumers, seeing the implementation and breakthrough of advanced technology by a well-known brake brand in China, as well as reducing maintenance costs and providing a better experience, they must be full of expectations for the practical application of this technology. At least I am. in this way.