Essays Tagged: "Anti-lock braking system"

Driving safely in bad weather.

g stuck on ice and snow, keep your car moving. Accelerate gradually so your wheels don't spin. When braking in slippery conditions, don't slam on the brakes, which could cause your wheels to lock. Ins ... ss power through the wheelsBe PatientExtend your following distances when driving in traffic. Start braking earlier, allow yourself more time to make stops and slow down because braking distances are ...

(7 pages) 71 3 3.5 Jan/2004

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Education

Human Factors & Risk Homeostasis Involved in the Design of an Automobile

if it can't make a complete stop in time. Antilock brake systems (ABS) work with the car's regular braking system by automatically pumping them. In vehicles not equipped with ABS, the driver has to m ... s is controlled by computers and happens at a very rapid pace.Activating ABSWhen faced with a panic braking situation, ABS allows a driver to rapidly apply the brakes without worrying about wheel lock ...

(16 pages) 48 1 4.0 Apr/2005

Subjects: Science Essays > Engineering

Autophobia

purchase of the car advertised. The 2007 Buick Rendezvous offers a 3.5L 3500 V6 SFI engine, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes and Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist. This vehicle has the power of an SUV, luxury of ...

(2 pages) 9 0 5.0 Nov/2006

Subjects: Science Essays > Technology