self-energizing brake

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• self-energizing brake — See single anchor self energizing brake …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• self-energizing brake — (ˈ) ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ noun : a brake that contains within itself some means (as the wrapping action in a band brake) for augmenting the power imparted to it by the pressure on the brake pedal …   Useful english dictionary

• self-energizing brake shoe — A brake shoe (sometimes both shoes) that when applied develops a wedging action that actually assists or boosts the braking force applied by the wheel cylinder. Also see primary brake shoe …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• self-energizing — See self energizing brake shoe servo brake …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• self-energizing — adjective Date: 1931 containing means for augmentation of power within itself < a self energizing brake > …   New Collegiate Dictionary

• single-anchor self-energizing brake — A type of servo brake where both shoes pivot about one fixed point …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• self-energizing action — The action of a rotating brake drum that increases the application pressure of the brake shoe(s) …   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 shoe — That part of the brake system, located at the wheels, upon which the brake lining is attached. There are usually two shoes (curved or arc shaped pieces) in each wheel. When the wheel cylinders are actuated by hydraulic pressure they force the… …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• 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

• duo-servo brake — A servo brake with one double end wheel cylinder and two linked self energizing brake shoes …   Dictionary of automotive terms