Electronic stability control
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-002010
A computerized vehicle technology that enhances stability by detecting and mitigating loss of traction. It applies individual brakes and adjusts engine power to correct oversteer or understeer, keeping the vehicle on its intended path. This system is mandated in many countries for new passenger vehicles due to its effectiveness in preventing accidents.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-002010 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Automotive |
| Translations | German: elektronisches Stabilitätskontrollsystem; Spanish: control electrónico de estabilidad; French: contrôle électronique de stabilité |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-002010",
"term": "Electronic stability control",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A computerized vehicle technology that enhances stability by detecting and mitigating loss of traction. It applies individual brakes and adjusts engine power to correct oversteer or understeer, keeping the vehicle on its intended path. This system is mandated in many countries for new passenger vehicles due to its effectiveness in preventing accidents.",
"subject": "Automotive",
"translations": {
"de": "elektronisches Stabilitätskontrollsystem",
"es": "control electrónico de estabilidad",
"fr": "contrôle électronique de stabilité"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/electronic-stability-control/"
}
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