Breaking Systems

Question 1

What are the most common materials used for brake pads?

Answer 1

• Asbestos (no longer used)
• Organic
• Ceramic
• Semi-metalic
• Carbon-ceramic

Question 2

What is the material used for brake discs?

Answer 2

Cast Iron

Question 3

Describe regenerative breaking.

Answer 3

Upon breaking, the electric motor changes to a generator. This both charges the batteries and provides added breaking force due to armature conductors moving through the magnetic fields provided by the stator.