The wheel cylinders of hydraulic brakes in the brake unit.

Rotating drum inside which brake shoes operate.

Reduction of braking effort resulting from overheating of friction surfaces, or other transient effect.

A special liquid used in hydraulic brake systems. Always check data because some types should not be mixed.

A measure of the power output from an engine when measured with a dynamometer using a brake applied to the engine flywheel. The engine effort to overcome the braking force gives the bhp value.

The hydraulic pipes and hoses of the brake system.

The friction material attached to brake shoes and pads.

A general term to describe components that link different parts of the brake system together.

A steel plate with a bonded friction lining used on disc brakes. Similar to the brake shoe of a drum brake.

Rollers used to drive the wheels of a vehicle for brake testing purposes.