vészfékasszisztens

Vészfékasszisztens, also known as Brake Assist or Emergency Brake Assist, is an automotive safety system designed to help drivers stop their vehicles more effectively in emergency braking situations. The system is engineered to detect when a driver is making an emergency stop, even if they are not applying full pressure to the brake pedal.

Typically, a vészfékasszisztens utilizes sensors to monitor the speed at which the brake pedal is depressed and the amount of force applied. If the system determines that the braking action is insufficient for an emergency scenario, it automatically applies maximum braking force to the wheels, overriding the driver's input. This rapid and forceful braking can significantly reduce the stopping distance, potentially preventing a collision or mitigating its severity.

The development of vészfékasszisztens stems from the observation that many drivers, especially in panic situations, do not apply enough pressure to the brake pedal to achieve optimal stopping power. By automatically supplementing the driver's braking effort, the system aims to compensate for this common human reaction. Most modern vehicles equipped with Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) also incorporate vészfékasszisztens as a standard safety feature. The system works in conjunction with ABS to prevent wheel lock-up while maximizing braking force.