This causes the brake pads to press inward against the rotors and force the brake shoes to press outward against brake drums. Brake boosters assist drivers by multiplying the force they apply to the ...

With drum brakes, a hydraulic cylinder/piston complement between two brake shoes then pushes each shoe outward and into contact with the inner surface of the rotating drum. The brake shoe lining ...

One reason you should use your parking brake is that it operates independently of your car’s electrical system. “This mechanical system uses cables that are attached to the emergency brake lever. When ...

Railroad Friction Products manufactures COBRA® high-friction and low-friction composition brake shoes, specialty shoes, and disc brake linings for freight, locomotive and transit vehicles. Railroad ...