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Thermal Analysis of Brakes and Clutches

Brake Analysis Engineering Services



View a list of publications related to RadTherm, including a validation study against dynamometer data.

The Fastest Transient Analysis Available

The extreme transience of brakes and clutches make energy management a highly complex simulation. ThermoAnalytics has supported validated simulations of vehicle brakes and clutches, including comparison against dynamometer-driven systems and thermocouple measurements. Because our proprietary software RadTherm has emerged as the leading code for high-temperature brake analysis, our engineers are well-prepared to employ this tool with appropriate convection methods to capture all modes of heat transfer from the system: radiation, conduction and convection.

Brake Analysis Services: Sample Results

Our engineers can help you identify ways to reduce the mass of your system while improving thermal performance or exploring highly wear-resistant materials. In the example shown above, a 10-stop analysis of a 2005 Ford Mustang brake caliper and rotor is illustrated. ThermoAnalytics has also supported leading European Auto Companies with clutch thermal analysis on commercial vehicles. Give your team the analytical edge by leveraging our experience and efficient simulation methods—your clutch or brake system can be optimized with reduced testing and shorter time-to-market.

Using our proprietary RadTherm software and CFD codes where applicable, our engineers quickly deliver accurate brakes, clutches, or other friction devices. We deliver comprehensive engineering reports, along with animations showing the overall temperature distribution, like the sample animation below.

Brake Heat Transfer Analysis Results Animation

Schedule an Engineering Review of Your Project

To discuss your engineering requirements in detail, contact us or call (906)482-9560 for a no-charge initial engineering review of your system.

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