Brake System Overview

Front

What is the primary function of a brake system?

Back

To convert a vehicle's kinetic energy into heat energy to slow down or stop it, primarily through friction.

Front

How does a hydraulic brake system operate?

Back

It uses the driver's foot pressure on the brake pedal to activate a hydraulic system that pushes brake pads against a rotor.

Front

What are the key components of a brake system?

Back

Brake pedal, master cylinder, brake lines, brake calipers, brake rotors (discs), brake pads, brake shoes, and brake fluid.

Front

What happens when the brake pedal is pressed?

Back

It activates a hydraulic system that converts mechanical force into hydraulic pressure.

Front

What role does the master cylinder play in a brake system?

Back

It converts the mechanical force from the brake pedal into hydraulic pressure.

Front

What is the purpose of a brake booster?

Back

To amplify the driver's force to reduce the effort needed to press the brake pedal.

Front

What occurs in disc brakes when hydraulic pressure is applied?

Back

The hydraulic pressure pushes pistons in the brake caliper, squeezing the brake pads against the spinning brake rotor.

Front

How do drum brakes function?

Back

The hydraulic pressure pushes brake shoes outwards against the inside of a rotating brake drum.

Front

What is the result of the friction between brake pads and rotors?

Back

It converts the vehicle's kinetic energy into heat, slowing the wheel down.

Front

What is the function of the anti-lock braking system (ABS)?

Back

To electronically modulate brake pressure to prevent wheels from locking up during hard braking, allowing the driver to maintain steering control.