WABCO To Supply Electronic Control, Air Suspension Technology To Audi
Published:19-January-2010
By Staff Reporter
WABCO Holdings said that it has developed and will supply new electronic control technology and high performance air supply system for original equipment manufacturer, Audi AG. WABCO's content will be equipped on air suspension of the company's new flagship luxury sedan, A8 2010 model.
The new Audi A8's adaptive air suspension with controlled damping responds to slight unevenness in road surface. Integrating Audi's damping algorithms, it determines effective damping level based on road surface, load, speed, and vehicle body movement. It increases passenger comfort through adapted vehicle ride height, and speed sensitive lowering of vehicle body also improves vehicle safety while reducing fuel consumption.
WABCO's electronic control unit for new Audi A8's air suspension features FlexRay technology, which results in reliable integration with vehicle's other controls and sensors. It also improves performance of the suspension through optimal sensitivity and continually adaptive damping reducing vehicle vibration and prevents it from increasing.
WABCO's high power compressors enables it's air supply system to increase air pressure capacity by 40%. It improves performance for the new Audi A8's front and rear axle air suspension by lowering and raising the body, reducing drag and stabilizing vehicle. It's air supply system enables virtual silence during air suspension performance due to its enhanced air management and acoustics of WABCO compressors.
Mike Thompson, vice president of car systems at WABCO, said: “WABCO's breakthrough electronics and innovative air supply modules provide an outstanding opportunity for car makers to boost air suspension performance, enable smoother running, increase vehicle safety and enhance passenger comfort while improving fuel efficiency. We are passionate about continuing to deliver innovative, cost-effective and easy-to-install solutions to meet the strongly growing global demand from car makers and end-users alike for air suspension systems in passenger cars.”
