Brake Friction Material
In modern vehicles, Brake Friction is the most common method of braking. Friction converts kinetic energy into thermal energy when applied to the moving parts of a system. As friction prevents motion, heat is generated, eventually bringing the speed down to zero. Brakes friction comes in two basic types, drum/shoe brakes, and disk/pad brakes. Factors such as heat flow, reliability, noise characteristics, and ease of maintenance of brakes are influenced by brake design. Generally, aircraft brakes are made of resin/steel, metallic linings, and carbon-carbon (C-C) combinations. Market database states that due to their high-temperature characteristics, C-C combinations are frequently employed in high-performance brakes. Commercial, military aircraft and Joint Strike Fighters use C-C brakes. Several compounds such as resin, coal tar/synthetic pitch, petroleum pitch, and pyrolytic carbon are used for these brakes. Don, a global brake brand and a part of TMD Friction...