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Drilled and slotted disk Q



I have learned in aircraft performance classes that brakes stop aircraft (and 
cars for that matter)  by changing the forward momentum energy into heat 
energy with disks and pads.  The greater the surface area of the disks and 
pads, and the greater the friction, the greater the heat energy created which 
equals greater stopping capacity.  So why would drilling and slotting rotors 
and disks aid in braking.  Aren't you decreasing the surface area causing 
less friction to be created.  Why are slotted and drilled rotors better?  
Inquiring mind wants to know

Brian 86 16v

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