Braking systems

Braking systems

Relating to the braking device in automobiles that works to slow the vehicle down.

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Braking systems

A variation in thickness between two points on the friction surface of a disc rotor (usually caused by poor manufacture, poor machining or rubbing of the rotor against the caliper when the brakes are ...

disc brake

Automotive; Braking systems

The most popular and effective type of automotive brake. It uses a rotor (a round grey metal plate) which is squeezed by a caliper to create friction and thereby generate stopping power.