Performance of composition brakeblocks in the wet (TN-TRIB-12)

Last updated on 25 April 2014 4:35
Tests were made on a full scale inertia dynaometer to study the effect of water on the frictional efficiency of composition brakeblocks. The results show that Ferodo 2718 brakeblocks have poor braking performance in wet conditions and its kinetic friction coefficient in the wet can be as low as 0.01.
Author(s): Tanvir MA
Organisation(s): British Rail Research ;
1979
United Kingdom
Log in or register to continue
Register for free individual access
  • Unlock research, articles and more
  • Get updates on RSSB’s activities