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Braking systems

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

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Braking systems

out-of-round

Automotive; Braking systems

Effect where a disc is no longer true to its original shape, as a result of either warping, inconsistent wear or other damage. This can cause pulsing, grabbing, additional noise and lowered ...

wheel sensor

Automotive; Braking systems

Device which electronically monitors the speed at which a wheel is rotating. Usually it forms part of an antilock braking system, though nowadays wheel sensors increasingly supply information for ...

wheel lockup

Automotive; Braking systems

The action of a wheel which is skidding, that is to say, one which has ceased rotating even though the car is still in motion.

wear sensor

Automotive; Braking systems

Device to warn a driver (usually via a dashboard light) that the brake linings need replacement.

wheel cylinder

Automotive; Braking systems

A small cylinder located at each wheel to convert hydraulic pressure back into mechanical force in order to apply the brakes.

spongy pedal

Automotive; Braking systems

Pedal which feels spring-like, perhaps due to the presence of air in the hydraulic system.

ventilated rotor

Automotive; Braking systems

Disc rotor which has a series of fins (or cooling passages) between the two friction surfaces to aid in heat dissipation.

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