| Webster's Online Dictionary |
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| Electromagnetic brake | Electromagnetic brakes have the same purpose as conventional brakes; to cause deceleration in a moving system. Conventional brakes operate by applying pressure to a material so that it comes in contact with a moving surface. Because of friction between them, the two materials cause the momentum of the moving part to gradually be converted to heat and deceleration occurs. A consequence of conventional braking is that the materials that physically rub together also wear away and must be occasionally replaced. (references) | ||
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| Electromagnetic brake | Mining | One in which rubbing surfaces are pressed together when electric current is passed through a solenoid; also, a braking system that uses magnetic attraction generated by an electromagnet as a braking force. (references) | |
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