Preliminary · Year 11 · Braking systems
Engineering Materials
1 original lesson summary in this topic collection.
Topic overview
- Brake discs, drums and friction linings need different material properties under heat, wear and load.
- Brake pads are multi-ingredient composites whose exact formulations and processing affect performance.
- Materials tests are method-specific; suspect asbestos must never be disturbed by students.
Course references
- ENG-2011 Year 11 Braking systems: engineering materials (curriculum map Y11.3.10, Y11.3.11, Y11.3.12)
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