ABS Function: Notes

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Diagram 1: Braking force as a function of slip.

Vertical axis = Braking force

Horizontal axis = Slip

Braking force
Stable braking zone
Unstable braking zone
Slip

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

Fig 1: Braking Force/Tyre Slip Graph

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Fig 2: Lateral Force/Tyre Slip Graph

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