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Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
hydraulic assisted brakes — Brakes operated by hydraulic pressure. See brake booster … Dictionary of automotive terms
power assisted brakes — See power brakes … Dictionary of automotive terms
assisted — See hydraulic assisted brakes integral type power assisted steering power assisted brakes servo assisted … Dictionary of automotive terms
hydraulically-assisted brakes — See brake booster … Dictionary of automotive terms
vacuum assisted brakes — See brake booster … Dictionary of automotive terms
power brakes — (PB) A conventional hydraulic brake system that uses engine vacuum to operate a vacuum power piston, the power piston applies pressure to the brake pedal, or in some cases, directly to the master cylinder piston. This system reduces the amount of … Dictionary of automotive terms
power-assisted — adjective (especially of steering or brakes) using an inanimate source of power to assist manual operation … English new terms dictionary
power assisted brake — See power brakes … Dictionary of automotive terms
brake — [1] To slow down a vehicle. [2] The mechanism that converts motion (kinetic energy) into heat energy through friction. The most common instance is found in the wheels of cars where the brake shoes or disc pads are designed to press against the… … Dictionary of automotive terms
brake booster — [1] A mechanical device which attaches to the brake system to multiply the force the driver applies with his foot (or hand as in the case of a motorcycle). The device uses air, vacuum, or hydraulic fluid to accomplish this purpose. Sometimes… … Dictionary of automotive terms