ESP: Electronic
How does ESP work?
Some carmakers market the ESP under different names, such
as DSC (Dynamic Stability Control), VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) or
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control). The functionality and operation of
the ESP, as well as the gain it provides in driving safety, is the same.
Technical specifications
Skidding is one of the main
causes of road crashes. International studies show that at
least 40 percent of all fatal traffic
crashes are caused by skidding.
ESP could prevent up to 80 percent of all skidding crashes. ESP
recognizes if skidding is imminent and intervenes very quickly. The driver stays in control of
the vehicle and does not get into
1. ESP-Hydraulic unit with integrated Engine Control Unit
(ECU)
2. Wheel speed sensors
3. Steering angle sensor
4. Yaw-rate and lateralacceleration sensor
5. Communication with
engine management ECU
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