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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

swept area

Automotive; Braking systems

Total friction area contacted by the pads during one revolution of the rotor.

static wheel loading

Automotive; Braking systems

The amount of weight forced onto each road wheel in a stationary car, as a result of a car's (usually uneven) weight distribution.

solid rotor

Automotive; Braking systems

Disc rotor with solid metal between the two friction surfaces.

pulling

Automotive; Braking systems

Tendency of a vehicle to pull to one side under braking.

pulsing

Automotive; Braking systems

Uneven or stutter-like force transmitted through the brake pedal during braking, usually caused by problems with disc rotors or linings.

slotted disc

Automotive; Braking systems

Type of disc brake rotor which has a series of slots or grooves across its friction surfaces. These are designed to improve the bite of the pads and break down the build-up of gas and dirt which can ...

proportioning valve

Automotive; Braking systems

Hydraulic control designed to stop the rear wheels from locking up (rear wheels become "light" under heavy braking and therefore more likely to skid).

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