Braked Differential Steering
Implements steering via selective braking of individual tracks or wheels on opposite sides. Used on tracked vehicles, skid-steer loaders, and zero-turn mowers where steering is achieved by slowing one side relative to the other.
Implements steering via selective braking of individual tracks or wheels on opposite sides. Used on tracked vehicles, skid-steer loaders, and zero-turn mowers where steering is achieved by slowing one side relative to the other.
Hooks
| Hook | Description |
|---|---|
init(jbeamData) | Identifies left and right brake wheel rotators from the powertrain and maps them to steering input. |
updateGFX(dt) | Calculates target braking torques for the left and right sides based on the current steering input and vehicle speed. |
updateWheelsIntermediate(dt) | Applies the differential braking torques directly to the desiredBrakingTorque property of the identified wheel rotators. |
module.reset(jbeamData) | Resets the controller to its initial state. |
See Also
- Vehicle Controller — Main vehicle control
Adaptive Brake Lights
Controls adaptive brake light behavior that changes intensity or flashing pattern based on braking force. Flashes brake lights rapidly during emergency stops to warn following traffic, improving rear-end collision avoidance.
Compression Brake (Jake Brake)
Controls engine compression braking (Jake Brake) systems on diesel trucks. Opens exhaust valves during the compression stroke to convert the engine into an air compressor, providing significant retarding force on downhill grades.