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"The rate at which the accelerator pedal
is released differs between braking,
lifting off to change gear, and lifting off
for emergency braking." |
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Hmmm... not so sure about this, but
since I've got no great objection to my
breaklights very briefly flaring when I'm
changing gear, [+]. |
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I hear what you're saying [stf3], but when changing gear, I only partially lift. |
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Daimler-Chrysler's Pre-Safe system is similar to this, and also pre-tensions the seat belts, closes the sun-roof, and positions the seats so as to optimize the air-bags. |
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I suppose you could have a detector on the gear stick that senses that you have your hand on it or near it . The combination of sensor,release of accel pedel and pressing clutch does not trigger lights but other combinations that indicate your likely to brake do. |
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Parrafin, you actually let up on the gas when shifting? I just keep it floored, pull on the shifter and mash the clutch...it doesn't sound too good, but I'm told it gets me an extra .001 in the 1/4. (just kidding...I'd like to keep all the pieces inside the case) |
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Depending on traffic conditions, I sometimes lift partially, sometimes completely. Sometimes quick, sometimes slow. |
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Sorry, I don't see this working. |
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This would ruin the fun I get out of shifting from fourth to second when someone is riding my ass. |
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A simple single axis accelerometer could do all this for you. |
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Thanks for the link [bristolz]. I suppose the main down side is it's less likely to be shunted from behind, so less chance to feign whiplash and get a massive payout. |
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[contracts] you find it more fun not to brake? I tend to hit the brakes hard, then downshift and floor it. |
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