INVESTIGATION OF ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL PERFORMANCE IN EXTREME CONDITIONS OF TIRE INFLATION, SPEED AND WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

Electronic Stability Control(ESC) systems are crucial safety features designed to assist drivers in maintaining control of their vehicles during dynamic driving situations. However, the effectiveness of ESC may vary depending on many factors but we investigate the factors such as tire inflation pressure, vehicle speed, and weight distribution. Understanding how these parameters influence ESC performance is essential for enhancing vehicle safety across a range of driving scenarios. An investigation has been carried out to simulate the functioning of Electronic Stability Control and evaluate its performance under these varied parameters in a Double Lane Change test (DLC). The DLC is chosen as it replicates a real-world scenario ideal for assessing the electronic stability control system's effectiveness. The results revealed that ESC performance was significantly impacted by tire pressure, speed, and weight distribution of the vehicle. In conditions where tire pressure and speed were suboptimal, ESC effectiveness was notably compromised, posing a risk of dangerous accidents. Additionally, loading the vehicle with weight distributed on a single side was found to be not recommended. However, in other conditions, ESC demonstrated positive or mildly positive effects, highlighting its potential to enhance vehicle stability and safety