piduripedaal

The term "piduripedaal" is an Estonian word that translates to "brake pedal" in English. It refers to the control mechanism in a vehicle, typically operated by the driver's foot, used to slow down or stop the vehicle. The brake pedal is a crucial safety component in any automotive system.

When the brake pedal is pressed, it activates a hydraulic or pneumatic system. This system transmits the force applied by the driver to the brakes at each wheel. The brakes then create friction against the rotating wheels, converting the vehicle's kinetic energy into heat and thus reducing its speed. The amount of force applied to the pedal directly influences the braking force. Modern vehicles often incorporate anti-lock braking systems (ABS) which modulate the brake pedal pressure to prevent wheel lock-up during hard braking, allowing the driver to maintain steering control. In manual transmission vehicles, the brake pedal is located to the right of the clutch pedal, while in automatic transmission vehicles, it is the leftmost pedal.