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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
master cylinder
Automotive; Braking systems
The engine-room of a brake system, where the force applied at the pedal is converted into hydraulic pressure so that it can be sent to each wheel cylinder.
manual brakes
Automotive; Braking systems
Braking system which does not use power-assistance to magnify the pedal effort. Manual brakes are becoming increasingly rare on road cars.
hygroscopic
Automotive; Braking systems
A characteristic whereby something tends to absorb water. Brake fluid is hygroscopic.
hydraulic system
Automotive; Braking systems
The delivery system of a modern braking set-up. It uses fluid to transmit the force applied at the pedal to the wheel cylinders, where it can be converted back into mechanical energy to activate the ...
glazing
Automotive; Braking systems
The process whereby a brake lining or disc rotor becomes smooth and glossy due to excess heat.
heat dissipation
Automotive; Braking systems
The process whereby braking components rid themselves of heat caused by friction. The heat in a disc system is mostly dissipated into the surrounding air. Dissipation can be accelerated by various ...
herringbone pattern
Automotive; Braking systems
Pattern found on the surface of a disc which has been poorly machined.
