Linear displacement sensor assembly, brake force generator, brake system and vehicle

The linear displacement sensor arrangement with spring elements and inductive sensors addresses misalignment issues in brake systems, enabling precise brake force determination by detecting actuator and input rod positions accurately and efficiently.

DE102024212062A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-18ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
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Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Filing Date
2024-12-17
Publication Date
2026-06-18

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Technical Problem

Existing brake systems face challenges in accurately detecting the relative position of actuator elements and input rods due to misalignment and require a compact, accurate, and cost-effective sensor arrangement for precise brake force determination.

Method used

A linear displacement sensor arrangement with spring elements and inductive sensors is used, allowing easy connection and compensation for misalignment, featuring a differential design for both absolute and relative position detection, and integration into a brake force generator for precise brake force determination.

Benefits of technology

The solution provides a compact, accurate, and cost-effective means to detect the relative position of actuator elements and input rods, enhancing the precision and ease of assembly in brake systems.

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Abstract

Linear displacement sensor arrangement (1) for a brake force generator for determining a linear position of a contact element of the brake force generator, wherein the linear displacement sensor arrangement (1) comprises at least a first sensor, comprising a first slider (2a) and a first spring element (2) connected to the first slider (2a), and a carrier (5), wherein the first spring element (2) is connectable to the contact element, in particular by clamping, wherein the first slider (2a) is mounted linearly displaceable on the carrier (5).
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