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auto.brake-fade-temperature Calculator
Estimates brake rotor temperature rise during repeated hard stops from kinetic energy and pad contact area, and flags the fade risk for different pad compound types. Used by track-day drivers to choose brake pads and cooling ducts.
Inputs
Vehicle Mass Kg
Total mass (kg). Distinct from weight — weight = mass × gravity. Mass is constant; weight varies with location.
Speed Kmh
Rate of movement. 1 m/s = 3.6 km/h = 2.237 mph.
Brake Surface Cm2
Two-dimensional surface extent (m²). For complex shapes, break into simpler sub-shapes and sum.
Stops Per Run
Reference formula or conversion factor shown for context.
Results
kinetic energy per stop (kJ)
Energy of motion: KE = ½mv². Scales with the SQUARE of velocity — doubling speed quadruples kinetic energy. This is why crash severity grows so rapidly with speed.
estimated temp rise (°C)
The value at the specified point or condition.
fade risk
Overall risk level based on the computed score or classification. Higher risk may call for mitigating actions or additional review.