How does the braking system of the RUF work?
On normal roads, it can brake precisely as a normal car. Compared to a normal electric car, the weight is lower because of the smaller batteries, so the kinetic energy is lower and less energy is wasted during braking. If future batteries are able to absorb large charging currents, the RUF will be able to make use of the kinetic energy by using the motor as a generator and charge the battery. On the rail, it can use regenerative braking because the rails can absorb the large currents. As long as everything is working normally, every braking situation will be controlled and the rail wheels will never be blocked. The wheels can be smooth rubber wheels without brake linings. The rolling resistance can be low and the noise from the wheels running on the smooth surface of the rail will be very low. In case of an emergency situation, the RUF has a special rail-brake which can bring the RUF to a complete stop in a very short time. The rail-brake can put pressure on the sides of the rail. It i
