Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems announced its “next generation” anti-lock braking system with enhanced electronic control unit (ECU). The new system incorporates platform flexibilities, which enable advanced technology applications on a range of commercial vehicles.
“This ‘next generation’ incorporates the proven performance of the previous platform and adds enhancements in ABS, stability control and collision safety for bus, coach, military, tractor and straight-truck applications,” said Jon Morrison, president and general manager of Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems. “We continue to evolve our vehicle control systems to offer our customers added features and flexibility as well as enhanced performance.”
Morrison added the anti-lock braking system is the foundation for the company’s pyramid of safety systems, including OnGuard Collision Safety System, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Roll Stability Control (RSC), and advanced diagnostics and communications capabilities.
Advanced ABS performance: Additional features include hill-start aid for added functionality of automated manual transmissions, brake performance monitoring (BPM) and integrated tire pressure monitoring (TPM).
Stability Control Systems: This new system is available in both ESC and RSC versions offering customers options in stability control systems to meet their individual needs.
Electronic Stability Control: Building upon the current ESC, the new generation ABS incorporates features such as a more powerful micro controller with additional capabilities; all-wheel drive ESC applications, steerable tag axle applications and two modulated trailer control functions.
Roll Stability Control: RSC offers the highest level of vehicle rollover stability in the marketplace today with the fewest components, maintenance requirements and lowest cost.
