Hydraulic Brake System: Description
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The hydraulic brake system consists of the following:
- Hydraulic Brake Master Cylinder Fluid Reservoir
Contains supply of brake fluid for the hydraulic brake system. - Hydraulic Brake Master Cylinder
Converts mechanical input force into hydraulic output pressure. Hydraulic output pressure is distributed from the master cylinder through 2 hydraulic circuits, supplying diagonally-opposed wheel apply circuits. - Hydraulic Brake Pressure Balance Control System
Regulates brake fluid pressure delivered to hydraulic brake wheel circuits, in order to control the distribution of braking force. Pressure balance control is achieved through Dynamic Rear Proportioning (DRP), which is a function of the ABS modulator. See appropriate ANTI-LOCK article for specific information on the operation of DRP. - Hydraulic Brake Pipes and Flexible Brake Hoses
Carries brake fluid to and from hydraulic brake system components. - Hydraulic Brake Wheel Apply Components
Converts hydraulic input pressure into mechanical output force.