MOST COMMON TYPES OF BRAKES AND BRAKE SYSTEMS

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• Brake systems are not easily seen or very
  noticeable from the vehicle's interior and can be
  quite complicated. A brake system is an assembly
  of different parts that ensure your vehicle's
  brakes work smoothly in different driving
  conditions and situations. The part of the brake
  system that you can see is visible through your
  wheel where you will see a rotor and caliper.

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• The brake system is used to slow you down or
  bring a moving vehicle to a halt brakes are
  installed in automobiles, motorcycles, trains,
  and even on airplanes.

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• Depending on the vehicle and preference, there
  are different types of brakes and brake systems.

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Electronic Magnetic Brake System
A breakthrough in the brake system,
electromagnetic brakes (also known as EM brakes
or electro-mechanical brakes) use electromagnetic
force to apply friction which makes a vehicle
stop or slow down. This type can be seen in most
hybrid cars. Its popularity dates back in the
mid-20th century, when it was most commonly found
on trains and trams.
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Hydraulic Brake System

• A hydraulic brake system transfers pressure
  through the brake and pedal by using brake fluid.
  It is composed of a master cylinder and connected
  by a variety of metal piping and rubber fittings
  which are attached to the cylinders of the wheel.
  It first originated in 1914, when a racer
  developed it for his race cars.

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Frictional Brake System
Frictional brake systems are generally found in
modern vehicles. As the name itself implies,
frictional brakes use friction to bring a vehicle
to a stop. They normally have a rotating
apparatus, a non-moving pad and a revolving
weather surface. They are service brakes and
typically found in two forms brake pads and
brake shoes.
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Servo Brake System

• This is another brake system most commonly set up
  in cars. This brake uses a component called
  vacuum servo that helps in decreasing a drivers
  brake effort. Moreover, these braking systems
  only work while the engine is running

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Disc Brakes

• This type of brake is considered to be the best
  among its kind. It uses calipers and rotors to
  create friction. It also has a disc that is
  installed behind the wheel. As the brake shoe is
  pressed, the disc is pressed against the wheel,
  causing the vehicle to stop. This kind of brake
  works best for cars, motorcycles and even in
  bikes.

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Drum Brakes

• This is a type of brake that employs a metal
  brake drum attached behind the wheel to slow down
  the spinning of a vehicles tires. It uses oil
  pressure instead of air pressure in order to
  function. Compared to other brakes, drum brakes
  are usually harder to maintain and do not last
  long, which makes them less effective. With that,
  most owners have them replaced with disc brakes
  instead.

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Air Brakes

• An air brake is also typically installed with
  either a drum or a disc brake, but uses
  compressed air to create friction. It is employed
  in two different mechanisms in motor vehicles
  such as trains and cars and in airplanes.

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• Knowing the ins and outs of your braking system
  might seem irrelevant, but remember, the more you
  know about these vital systems, the better.

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• If you want to know more, do not hesitate to
  visit our website
• WWW.BRAKEWAREHOUSE.COM
• Or call us at
• 1-888-344-4949

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• We at Brake Warehouse are always ready to help
  you with your concerns.