Silicon was selected as a material because of it s superior strength and quick response. The sensor will be able to detect a leak as small as .5 mm in diameter. Once a leak is detected, the automobiles information system will be activated to warn the operator of the leak. ABS is utilized to stop a car from skidding when heavy braking is required or when road conditions are slick from rain, ice or gravel. Basically, the system replaces the need for the driver to pump the break pedal in order to help maintain control of the car.
Basic physics determines that when a car tire is skidding the coefficient of friction is reduced.
The greatest amount of friction occurs just prior to skidding. Also, when a tire is skidding, lets say both front tires, steering the vehicle is virtually impossible. Pumping the brake pedal is how an operator can avoid this problem. However, it is next to impossible for an operator to determine exactly when to pump the pedal. ABS employs sensors located at each wheel that monitor the rate at which the wheel is turning compared to the speed of the car.