FAILURE OF FRICTION BRAKE PAD AGAINST RAPID BRAKING AND IT’S LIFE ENHANCEMENT

Abstract

This Disc brake have evolved to be a reliable method of decelerating and stopping a vehicle. There have been different designs of disc brake systems for different applications. This review describes different aspects of the components and the materials used in a disc brake system. Despite all the improvements, there are still many operational issues related to disc brakes that need to be understood in greater detail and resolved. The basic principle used in braking systems is to convert the kinetic energy of a vehicle into some other form of energy. During a braking operation not all the kinetic energy is converted into the desired form, some energy might be dissipated in the form of heat and vibrations. Graphene is still a very new material, especially in friction brake compounds. Due to its unique properties and years of testing, we were able to develop a friction material like no other. In the automotive industry, where every major car maker has already filed several patent applications for friction compounds containing graphene, it's clear to see that it is the future of braking pads. New regulations which start from 2025 will prohibit the use of copper powder in disc pads. Graphene is not only an excellent substitute for copper, but a major upgrade in terms of performance. Key Words: Friction Brakes, Disc Brakes, Braking Systems, Brake pads, Heat Transfer, Heat Management, Wear Testing , Wear modeling, Material Doping, Pin on Disc, etc.