What does the brake pedal of a car mean?

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GabrielleDella
07/30/25 12:06am
The brake pedal of a car refers to the pedal that limits power, specifically the pedal for the foot brake (service brake). The brake pedal is used to decelerate or stop the vehicle. The working principle of the brake pedal involves resistance generated through friction, utilizing the friction between the brake pads and brake discs (or drums), as well as between the tires and the ground, to convert the kinetic energy of the moving vehicle into thermal energy through friction, thereby creating resistance to bring the car to a halt. The braking system is designed to provide stable, sufficient, and controllable braking force, with excellent hydraulic transmission and heat dissipation capabilities, ensuring that the force applied to the brake pedal is transmitted to the master cylinder and individual wheel cylinders, preventing hydraulic failure and brake fade caused by excessive heat.
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