Hi all!
I have wondered a bit about the driver applying force to the brake pedal. It is often quoted that drivers apply roughly 150kg to the brake pedal.
Is it correct to assume that the driver's body weight acceleration will go partly to the brake pedal and the seat belts?
What I mean is, when you press the pedal, and you're doing 1G, your body will experience a 1G force too. If you rested entirely on the pedal, the 1G*driver_weight would get additionally applied to the brake. This will cause more force and brake acceleration, hence, positive feedback.
Do you believe there is some of this in play? Or should it be assumed that it is pure muscle strength applying 150kg with one leg?
Bonus question: is it true that drivers can't lock at 300kph+? I've read that force is limited by the system itself due to materials and compliance. Cause I don't think I see many drivers locking at the beginning of the braking phase.
Thanks all for the input!
Cheers,
Caito