How Air Brakes Work
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Objective
I can describe the components of an air brake system and their functions.
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Practice
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List 3 parts of a truck air brake system and what they do.
Explain how the air compressor supports the air brake system and why it is critical for air brakes.
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Exit ticket
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“Describe the function of the air compressor in an air brake system and explain why it is essential for the overall operation of the system. Explain how air brake systems make braking large trucks safer. What are two safety features? ”
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