Bosch reveals new auto technology for North American market

The technology uses software and sensors to automatically park a vehicle and trailer with the touch of a button, the release said. The technology expands on Bosch’s anywhere parking system by using data fusion from cameras, sensors, geo-coordinates, and input from the driver to park in a precise position, the release says. This includes difficult situations like unmarked pavement or tight spaces.

Bosch’s by-wire systems debuted at the event include new braking and steering concepts for automation, the release says.

“As the industry continues to work towards increasing levels of automation options for vehicles, by-wire technologies are a key enabler,” the release said. “These new technologies can allow for new possibilities in human-machine interface and vehicle design.”

The Brake Control Pad, shown for the first time in North America, enables a new, fully-integrated brake-by-wire system that replaces the traditional brake pedal with a force-based pad, the release says. It adds the brake only needs a simple touch to measure driver input.

“Instead of using physical connections, the Brake Control Pad senses and sends braking commands electronically, driving towards more precise braking through improved integration with electrification and other advanced driver assistance systems,” the release says.

Bosch did not detail its steer-by-wire system in the release. However, a Fleet Owner article details the technology as there being no physical connection between the steering wheel and the vehicle’s front tires.

“Instead, sensors are used to determine which direction the driver turns the wheel, and then the system adjusts the vehicle’s tires accordingly,” the article says.

It says the the steer-by-wire eliminates the need for physical force on the steering wheel. It also adapts steering in emergency situations.

Images

Feature photo of Bosch showcasing its brake-to-wire system at Bosch Mobility Experience.

Bosch’s eAxil system.

A display of Bosch’s anwhere parking trailer system.

Bosch’s brake-to-wire system.

All photos courtesy of Bosch.