A brief discussion of the evolution of disc brakes for 11 through 44 tonne air braked vehicles, noting the unusual demands on the brake lining. Technical analysis of rotor thermal performance is discussed and a solution to rotor coning is offered. While the cost effectiveness of disc brakes in all types of service has yet to be demonstrated, significant improvements in lining and rotor life are projected compared to drum brakes from limited testing in revenue service. The sustained high temperatures encountered in mountainous terrain have led to the application of aircraft linings to truck disc brakes. We believe that the rotor configuration we have described will be a significant factor in extending the performance advantages of stability, fade resistance and safety to heavy duty commercial vehicles.


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    Title :

    Design/development of disc brakes for air braked vehicles


    Additional title:

    Entwurf und Entwicklung von Scheibenbremsen fuer luftgebremste Fahrzeuge


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1983


    Size :

    5 Seiten, 8 Bilder


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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