Mechanical and magnetic analysis of magnetostrictive disc brake system

Abstract

The present work is related to an electrically driven magnetostrictive brake for use in brake system of the vehicles, more particularly design of magnetostrictive actuator for moving friction pads in disc brake back and forth thus, capable of readily accomplishing intelligent braking functions similar to that achieved using antilock braking system. The detail of the mechanical and magnetic circuit design of magnetostrictive disc brake is elaborated here. ©2010 IEEE.