Electronic Stability Control

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It should be noted that there are also other systems found in vehicles that are automatic safety systems apart from the previously mentioned ABS, including, for example, standard cruise control (CC) and electronic stability control (ESC) systems. These automatic safety systems are of interest from a BA perspective but are not commonly defined as ITS. However, some manufacturers of high-end vehicles allow drivers to adjust ESC settings, which is discussed later in this chapter. 

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NHTSA (2006b). PROPOSED FMVSS No. 126. Electronic Stability Control Systems ... 

Inside the vehicle there are antilock brakes and electronic stability control, designed to try and keep dangerous situations from becoming catastrophic. 

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The pressure sensor is part of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) safety system for motor vehicles. It transforms hydraulic braking pressure into an electric signal. The MID is the carrier for the printed-circuit board. It also interfaces the electrical connections from the sensor element to the printed-circuit board and from the PCB to the customer s contacts. The MID has interfaces to the sensor cell, to the printed-circuit board, to testers for the appropriate tests, and to the periphery (Fig. 9.5). 

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