This thesis report is the final work and summary for Bachelor of Science degree in Product Development. The program has emphasis in Mechanical Engineering, at Blekinge Institute of Technology, 2016.

This assignment consists of a continued research and development study of a conceptual brake caliper operated by an electric servo-assisted motor.

In the current situation there is a concept both as a CAD model and a 3D-printed physical plastic model of a parking brake. After a prolonged investigation seems to have brake for large physical dimensions, high weight, as well as for complex surface geometry. Another important part is that you do not in the current situation have found a suitable electric motor for the linear movement required for functionality to be maintained. Which led to the desire to explore the opportunities that exist to improve these points.

The assignment has led to a series of improvements through further development based on the earlier concept proposal which found new solution proposals and component taking into account the comments they had regarding previous design and technical solutions. These design improvements have very little or no negative impact of previously established requirements and requests for the product, which has been seen as very positive.