Redundant Control Strategies for Vacuum Brake Booster Failure using Hardware Intersection Loop Analysis

This article explores the effectiveness of a novel component called as Brake Boosting Assistant (BBA) in enhancing the performance of hydraulic braking systems by addressing the issue of runout in vacuum boosters. The hydraulic braking system plays a critical role in ensuring safe stopping and slowing down of vehicles. However, the performance of the vacuum booster can be compromised by runout. The BBA serves as a monitoring and supplementary support system for the vacuum booster during runout conditions, ensuring the hydraulic braking system remains efficient. The study employed a hardware intersection loop setup to evaluate the functionality of the BBA. The results demonstrate that the BBA successfully maintains the performance of the vacuum booster and ensures effective hydraulic braking.