Bosch pioneers test bench for brake particle emissions ahead of Euro 7 standards Bosch is leading the charge in measuring brake particle emissions to comply with the upcoming Euro 7 standards, set to take effect in November 2026. Their state-of-the-art…
PLYMOUTH, Mich. — LINK’s newly released Brake Emissions Dynamometer Upgrade package allows its customers to utilize their current NVH machines and upgrade them to have emissions testing capabilities that meet the requirements for GRPE-87-40 and beyond. LINK’s design allows for…
The following is the third of three articles by Carlos Agudelo posted on The Brake Academy about another aspect of dealing with brake emissions as the world – and industry – come to grasp with this challenge. The first two articles: The Evolution of…
Source: ITT announcement White Plains, N.Y. – ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) announced its investment in HPL Technologies (HPL), a German-based technology start-up leading the rotor-coating market with its groundbreaking WECODUR® technology. HPL developed WECODUR®, an innovative hard coating technology and…
This is the second of a three-part TBR Technical Corner article by Antonio Perez, Emissions and R&D Engineer, Powertrain Department at Applus IDIADA on brake dust emissions during real-world driving. Brake Emissions During Real-World Driving Cycle (Part 1 of 3)…
This is the first of a three-part TBR Technical Corner article by Antonio Perez, Emissions and R&D Engineer, Powertrain Department at Applus IDIADA on brake dust emissions during real-world driving. Introduction There are many sources of traffic-related emissions, which are…
Orlando, Fla. – Wednesday at the 37th Annual SAE International Brake Colloquium & Exhibition will feature a comprehensive set of presentations and discussions on the growing issues surrounding brake emissions. Braking emissions are becoming more and more the focus of…
As brake emissions continue to trend toward the spotlight, several companies are developing solutions. In 2018, The BRAKE Report spoke with MANN+HUMMEL about its brake dust filter. This week, we spoke with Christophe Rocca-Serra, founder of Tallano Technology. His company’s…
There’s a big problem where the rubber meets the road: microplastics. Scientists analyzed more than 500 small particles pulled from the air around three busy German highways, and found that the vast majority — 89 percent — came from vehicle tire…
Theodoros Grigoratos has been studying brake-related emissions since 2013. He’s a leading expert, but he’s quick to point out that the field is still struggling with incomplete information and a lack of standardized testing. At the SAE Brake Colloquium in…
As part of its ongoing support for the California Air Resources Board on-road testing and research efforts, Brake Maufacturers Council® members are delving deeper into patterns and trends related to particulate matter (PM) emissions from brake wear. Traditionally, PM emissions data is…
Article by: Saadia Nousir – R&D Process Technology Manager, Paulo Abrantes – R&D Technology Specialist, Karl-Michael Winter – Vice President R&D and Engineering (Nitrex) The follow-up article to ‘UNDERSTANDING BRAKE WEAR PARTICLE EMISSIONS AND EURO VII STANDARDS’ focuses on the further…
Article by: Saadia Nousir – R&D Process Technology Manager, Paulo Abrantes – R&D Technology Specialist, Karl-Michael Winter – Vice President R&D and Engineering (Nitrex) This article addresses the impact of brake emissions on urban particulate matter and air pollution. It…
The European Union has stepped on the gas in its fight against air pollution, reaching a landmark deal on stricter emissions standards for cars, trucks, and other vehicles. Called “Euro 7,” these regulations aim to keep Europe’s roads cleaner, not…
The ongoing challenge in the automotive sector: Beyond engine emissions to brake dust. As environmental regulations continue to grow more stringent, the automotive industry has seen a significant reduction in the emissions produced by internal combustion engines. Legislative measures have…
STANSTEAD, U.K. – Rosa Delgado, Senior Manager; Powertrain at Applus+ IDIADA, will be participating in the EuroBrake 2023 Strategy panel session discussing the “Effects of the EU7 regulation on brake system development and homologationon.” The Strategy session will be held…
The following is the first of three articles by Carlos Agudelo posted on The Brake Academy about another aspect of dealing with brake emissions as the world – and industry – come to grasp with this challenge. Five things the…
FRANKFURT, Germany – Drum brakes, an irrelevant passenger-vehicle technology except on limited small cars, are making a comeback for several reasons including the ability to help deal with particulate-matter emissions and corrosion. This concept emerged during a recent The BRAKE…
Source: Keronite post HAVERHILL, U.K. — The automotive industry places a lot of focus on replacing heavier iron components with lightweight alternatives such as aluminum or carbon composite. This is especially true in high-performance vehicles for motorsport, where every kilogram…
This is the third of a three-part TBR Technical Corner article by Antonio Perez, Emissions and R&D Engineer, Powertrain Department at Applus IDIADA on brake dust emissions during real-world driving. Brake Emissions During Real-World Driving Cycle (Part 1 of 3)…
This is the second article of a three-part TBR Technical Corner article by Antonio Perez, Emissions and R&D Engineer, Powertrain Department at Applus IDIADA on brake dust emissions during real-world driving. Here is the link to Part 1 Road transport…
Source: The Brussels Times post BRUSSELS – According to a new report published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), fine particulate matter from brakes, tires, and road surfaces will soon become a major problem, one which could…
Source: The following paper on particulate emissions was posted on the MDPI Website and was produced by Hartmut Niemann, Hermann Winner, Christof Asbach, Heinz Kaminski, Georg Frentz, and Roman Milczarek. BASEL, Switzerland – Abstract: Passenger car disc brakes are a…
Source: LINK Engineering Company announcement DEARBORN, Mich. – As a customized testing resource, LINK Engineering Company recently joined the California Air Resource Board (CARB) to conduct an extensive brake emissions test campaign and engineering study at its technical center in…
Source: Cordis Luxemburg – Road traffic is a major source of particle-based air pollution in cities. It originates from exhaust emissions by internal combustion engines, and from particulate matter produced by wear and tear on brakes, tires and roads. EU-funded…