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brake rotor — The brake disc which is attached to the wheel and is surrounded by a brake caliper. Also see disc brake rotor … Dictionary of automotive terms
Disc brake — Close up of a disc brake on a car On automobiles, disc brakes are often located with … Wikipedia
disc brake — A type of brake that has two basic components: a flat rotor (disc) that turns with the wheel and a caliper that is stationary. When the brake pedal is depressed, linkage (mechanical or hydraulic) causes the caliper to force its heat resistant… … Dictionary of automotive terms
multiple-disc brake — A type of aircraft brakes in which a series of discs, keyed to a wheel, mesh or rotate between a series of stationary discs keyed to an axle. Once hydraulic pressure is applied, the discs are squeezed and the brakes applied. A typical multiple… … Aviation dictionary
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
rotor — [1] Any component which rotates. [2] A small rotating cap like unit at the end of the distributor shaft. It is located on the breaker cam inside the cap. It connects between the center electrode and the various outer spark plug terminals as it… … Dictionary of automotive terms
Brake pad — Brake pads are an important part of braking systems for all types of vehicles that are equipped with disc brakes. Brake pads are steel backing plates with friction material bound to the surface facing the brake disk.FunctionBrake pads convert the … Wikipedia
Rotor — may refer to:In engineering: *Helicopter rotor, the rotary wing(s) of a rotorcraft such as a helicopter *Rotor (electric), the non stationary part of an alternator or electric motor, operating with a stationary element called the stator. *ROTOR,… … Wikipedia
Brake fade — Vehicle braking system fade, or brake fade is the reduction in stopping power that can occur after repeated application of the brakes, especially in high load or high speed conditions. Brake fade can be a factor in any vehicle that utilizes a… … Wikipedia
brake disc — The component of a disc brake that rotates with the wheel and is squeezed by the brake caliper and pads, which creates friction and converts the energy of the moving vehicle into heat. A British term for brake rotor … Dictionary of automotive terms
