Fluid mechanics applications

Name: mohamed adel

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Submitted to: DR.Mahmoud Foud
 hydraulic brake system

• what is hydraulic brake system?

Hydraulic brakes are a type of braking system that uses oil pressure from
the brake lever to push the piston. To operate it, the hydraulic brake is quite
easy to use because it only requires one finger. This advantage certainly
makes the braking system easier to do and avoids your hands getting tired
quickly.

• Why are hydraulic brakes used?

A hydraulic brake system has advantages over traditional brakes. Hydraulic brakes are
more efficient than most brakes when coming to a complete stop. Hydraulics also offer
better cost economically and space compared to other types of brakes.
• Why Hydraulic Braking Systems Are More Effective at
Stopping a Vehicle in Motion?

1-Hydraulic brakes use hydrostatic pressure to apply force. Pascal’s law,

a principle of fluid mechanics, dictates that when pressure is
transmitted throughout a fluid, this pressure is applied equally in all
directions. Thus, because hydraulic brakes rely on brake fluid to create
the pressure distributed throughout the system, a hydraulic braking
system will always apply equal force to a vehicle’s wheels. This uniform
pressure makes hydraulic braking systems more effective at safely and
quickly stopping a vehicle in motion.

Additionally, hydraulic brakes operate on the principle of hydraulic

leverage. Hydraulic leverage allows hydraulic braking systems to
generate a greater amount of force in relation to the effort applied by a
driver in comparison to other braking systems. This principle means
that hydraulic brakes are more equipped to effectively stop a fast-
moving vehicle.

2-Hydraulic Brakes Are Long Lasting: In addition to being more effective

when it comes to stopping a vehicle quickly, hydraulic braking systems
also last longer than other systems. Within hydraulic brake systems,
brake fluid acts as a lubricant, increasing the resistance of components
to wear and tear over time. Additionally, hydraulic brake systems don’t
contain joints, reducing the amount of components vulnerable to the
effects of time. Lastly, because hydraulic brakes distribute heat more
uniformly than mechanic brakes, the longevity of the system as a whole
is improved.
• What are the components of hydraulic brake?
There are at least 5 main components in the hydraulic braking
system, including:
1. Brake Pedal/Brake Lever. The brake pedal or brake lever is also
known as an input device as it is used to determine when the brakes
will be activated and deactivated. ...
2. Master Cylinder. ...
3. Reservoir Tank. ...
4. Hydraulic Pipe. ...
5. Caliper / Brake Actuator.

• What fluid is used in hydraulic brakes?

Most brake fluids used today are glycol-ether based, but mineral oil
(Citroën/Rolls-Royce liquide hydraulique minéral (LHM)) and silicone-based
(DOT 5) fluids are also available.