Braking System

One of the most unnerving things that can happen in a vehicle while braking is that you apply brakes and one or more of the wheels locks up. This has two possible effects. It can make the car slew to one side or, if the car happens to skid in a straight line, the steering becomes useless and you lose all directional control. This causes longer stopping distance in some cases. This problem can be solved with the use of Anti-Lock Braking System. INTRODUCTION An anti-lock braking system or anti-skid braking system (ABS) is an automobile safety  system that allows the wheels  on a motor vehicle  to maintain tractive  contact with the road surface according to driver inputs while braking , preventing the wheels from locking up (ceasing rotation) and avoiding uncontrolled skidding. Anti-lock brake systems prevent brakes from locking during braking. Under normal braking conditions the driver operates the brakes as usual. However, on slippery roadways or during severe braking

• The disc brakes are mounted on the chassis of the vehicle, rather than directly on  the  wheel hubs • They are fitted to a driven axle of the car, as they require a drive shaft to link the wheel to  the brake. The benefit of such a system is primarily the reduction of unsprung weight which improves  handling  and  ride . The suspension does not have to resist twisting when the brakes are applied. The wheels don't enclose the brake mechanism allowing greater flexibility in  wheel offset , and placement of suspension members. It is also much easier to protect the brake mechanism from the outside environment, and protect it from water, dust, and oil. Of secondary importance is flexible brake pipes are avoided; rigid pipes allow increases in brake fluid pressure, allowing for a smaller disc to manage a given braking torque. The mechanical disadvantages are largely those of added complexity. Undriven wheels require a brake shaft. Mounted inboard, it is more difficult to

Braking System A brake is a mechanical device that inhibits motion by absorbing energy from a moving system. It is used for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle, wheel, axle, or to prevent its motion, Most often accomplished by means of friction. Here we present you some study material which will take you less than an hour to go through and will give you a proper understanding of braking system employed in cars. The most important component of the braking assembly is Master Cylinder .The master cylinder is a control device that converts non-hydraulic pressure (commonly from a driver’s foot) into hydraulic pressure.The following link provides a good insight into it : How Master Cylinders and Combination Valves Work An emergency brake is a separate brake system in a vehicle for use in case of failure of the regular (hydraulic or air) brakes and commonly used as a parking brake in automobiles. A  Regenerative brake  is an energy recovery mechanism which slows a vehicle o