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ABS function: Notes

Diagram 1: Braking force as a function of slip.

Vertical axis = Braking force

Horizontal axis = Slip

  1. Braking force
  2. Stable braking zone
  3. Unstable braking zone
  4. Slip

The ABS system provides optimum braking without any loss of directional stability.

Fig 1: Braking Force/tire Slip Graph
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Fig 2: Braking Force/tire Slip Graph
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