TVET COLLEGE SUPPORT

BRAKES

 

  A brake system takes the kinetic energy of your moving vehicle or machine and converts it to thermal (heat) energy through friction.

Brakes has the following functions:

  • It is used to stop the vehicle or a machine.
  • It is used to control the speed where and when required.
  • It is used to control the vehicle while descending along the slope.
  • To park the vehicle and held it in stationary position without the presence of Driver.
  • To keep a machine such as a crane or a lift stationary in one position