How Air Brakes Work in Trucks | Full 3D Animation Explained

Ever wondered how heavy trucks and buses stop safely using air brakes? In this video, we break down the complete air brake system in an easy-to-understand way with detailed 3D animation.

You’ll learn about:

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: The Power of Air Brakes
00:32 – Air Compressor: How compressed air is generated
00:55 – Air Governor: Regulating pressure cut-in and cut-out
01:28 – Governor Operation Explained
01:56 – Compressor Unloader Mechanism
03:31 – Safety Valve: Overpressure protection
04:09 – The Three Main Reservoirs: Supply, Primary, and Secondary
04:43 – Check Valve Function
05:43 – Why Air Dryers Are Critical
06:03 – Air Dryer Internal Components
06:13 – Charge Cycle Operation
07:21 – Purge Cycle and Moisture Removal
09:31 – Dual Brake Valve: Controlling two circuits with one pedal
10:12 – Internal Structure of the Dual Brake Valve
10:44 – Front vs. Rear Brake Circuits
12:52 – Brake Chamber Operation
13:57 – Rear Spring Brake Chambers (Emergency & Parking)
14:25 – Double Check Valve Explained
15:30 – How Spring Brakes Work and Fail-Safe Function
17:14 – Conclusion and Wrap-Up

Perfect for:
🔧 Mechanics and truck drivers
🎓 Students in automotive or engineering programs
👨‍🏫 Anyone curious about how things work

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