Telma — HIB (Hybrid Induction Braking System). Electromagnetic braking system stores energy in auxiliary battery. First trial on Iveco Daily.
Brake manufacturer Telma and vehicle manufacturer Iveco have developed a new type of braking system in which kinetic energy during braking is not converted into heat, but into electricity via an electromagnetic coil (electric retarder) in the drivetrain. The electrical energy is temporarily stored in an auxiliary battery and can be used by an electric auxiliary motor to provide acceleration with reduced emissions. The auxiliary battery can also be used to power other equipment, such as an electric cooling unit.
Telma (a French company specializing in the production of frictionless braking systems) calls the new system HIB: Hybrid Induction Braking System. It will be introduced on November 18th at the Solutrans transport trade fair in Lyon. The third party involved in the development is the Petit Forestier Group, a refrigerated body rental company. A test vehicle (Iveco Daily chassis with Petit Forestier refrigerated body) will be available for test drives at the trade fair.
During urban driving, Iveco claims this type of hybrid could save up to 30% on diesel. An added benefit is the minimal wear of the brake pads, resulting in less dust formation.
Iveco and Telma call this a significant technological innovation that could lead to a breakthrough in the application of hybrid powertrains.
