The Investigation of Brake Linings Reinforced With Carbon Fiber

Abstract

The prohibition of the asbestos in the manufacture of vehicle brake linings due to its effects on human health and the environment has led to the production and development of Non-Asbestos Organic (NAO) brake lining. The variety of materials used in Non-asbestos brake linings provided a positive effect in creating new lining compositions. In this study, the effect of car disc linings reinforced with carbon fiber on the friction performance has been examined. The mass ratio was used to determine the rate of materials contents. Test results obtained with using the Friction Assessment and Screening Test (FAST) machine showed that carbon fibers and carbon powder reinforced linings were suitable for use in vehicles.