friction brake
Rubbing creates resistance
A friction brake is a braking mechanism that slows or stops motion by pressing a surface against a moving part, converting kinetic energy to heat through friction.
Most brakes work this way—disc brakes press pads against a rotor, drum brakes press shoes against a spinning drum.
The term distinguishes these from regenerative or electromagnetic braking systems.
- discFlat circular object
- drumStruck percussion cylinder
- padCushioned writing surface
- caliperTool measuring thickness or diameter
- rotorSpinning mechanical assembly
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