Multi-Interface Friction Brake Assembly for Commercial Vehicles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current brake systems for commercial vehicles require a versatile brake device that can be assembled with different actuated brake systems and vehicle concepts, as friction brakes are necessary alongside electric braking, which is not always available.
Innovation Solution
A brake device with at least two friction elements and a transmission mechanism featuring multiple driving interfaces that can connect to various driving devices, allowing for adaptable installation across different vehicle and brake system configurations, including rotational and translational movements, and enabling a boost function for increased braking effect.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a brake device is designed with multiple driving interfaces to accommodate different vehicle concepts and actuating devices, then the adaptability and versatility of the brake device is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The brake device incorporates multiple driving interfaces (first driving interface for radial actuation, second driving interface for axial actuation) that can connect to different types of driving devices. This universal design allows the same brake device to be adapted to various vehicle concepts and actuating systems without requiring complete redesign, thereby improving adaptability while managing complexity through standardized multi-functional components.
Solution Approach 2:
The transmission mechanism is segmented into separate driving interfaces and actuation paths. The first driving interface connects to a first driving device for radial movement of the friction element, while the second driving interface connects to a second driving device for axial movement. This segmentation allows each interface to be independently configured for different vehicle requirements, improving versatility while maintaining manageable complexity through modular design.
2Ease of manufacture
If the brake device is designed to work with different driving devices in different positions, then the ease of installation and assembly is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The brake device features universal driving interfaces that can accommodate different driving devices positioned in various locations. The first driving interface accepts radial actuation while the second driving interface accepts axial actuation, allowing the same brake device to be installed in different vehicle configurations without custom modifications, thereby improving ease of assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The transmission mechanism is designed with dynamic adaptability through multiple driving interfaces that can selectively connect to different driving devices based on installation requirements. The mechanism can dynamically respond to different actuation directions (radial or axial) and positions, enabling flexible assembly while managing complexity through standardized interface designs.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The brake device provides a compact, adaptable solution that can be fitted to various vehicles and brake systems, ensuring effective braking through multiple driving interfaces and enhanced braking performance when multiple driving devices are connected.
Implementation Method 1
at least two friction elements configured to generate a braking effect by contacting frictionally with each other
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AI summary
A brake device (1) for a vehicle, in particular for a commercial vehicle, is disclosed, comprising: - at least two friction elements (2, 3) configured to generate a braking effect by contacting frictionally with each other; and - a transmission mechanism (4) comprising: - a first driving interface (4a) configured to be driven according to a first driving movement and to be connected to a first driving device configured to generate the first driving movement; - at least one second driving interface (4b) configured to be driven according to a second driving movement and to be connected to a second driving device (5) configured to generate the second driving movement, wherein the transmission mechanism (4) is configured to move at least one of the at least two friction elements (2, 3) to contact with each other in reaction to the first driving movement and/or to the second driving movement to generate the braking effect. Further, a brake system, a vehicle and an assembly method are disclosed.