Author(s):
1. Jasna Glišović, Fakultet inženjerskih nauka Univerziteta u Kragujevcu, Serbia
2. Jovanka Lukic, Fakultet inženjerskih nauka Univerziteta u Kragujevcu, Serbia
3. Slavica Mačužić, Fakultet inženjerskih nauka Univerziteta u Kragujevcu, Serbia

Abstract:
As agricultural tractor size and speeds have increased during recent years, heavier loads are transported on public roads at higher speeds. With the combination of higher-energy level and more rapid deceleration, brake systems with excellent heat dissipation characteristics are required. Wet multiple-disc brakes have similar multiple-disc construction, but operate in an oil bath. Thus these brakes are isolated from dirt and water, and the circulation of the oil through a heat exchanger usually provides greater heat dissipation than can be had from direct air cooling. ABS is the next step in the development of a brake system of the tractor that brings an additional level of safety and control. In addition to the illustrations of development trends of the various components of the braking system of agricultural tractors and trailers, the aim of this paper is to describe the FE modelling of wet multiple-disc brakes and their brake performances.

Key words:
trailers,agricultural tractors,multiple-disc brakes,brake performances

Thematic field:
Automotive and Traffic Engineering

Date of abstract submission:
25.02.2015.

Conference:
12th International conference on accomplishments in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and Information Technology (DEMI 2015)

Final paper