Abstract: An electro mechanical or pneumatically actuated disk brake, in particular for a utility vehicle, includes a brake caliper or saddle and a brake disk. The brake saddle overlaps the brake disk at least in sections of the outer periphery thereof. The disk brake also includes a tensioning device which is entirely or partially inserted into the brake saddle. The tensioning device is used to produce a tensioning movement between the brake linings and the brake disk. The disk brake further includes at least one, and preferably several, adjusting devices. The brake disk and/or the brake saddle are arranged on a stop with elastic pre-tension when the brake is in a release state. Braking is determined by a control method in a sensor-free manner during adjustment.