Abstract
Traditional braking systems rely on friction between pads and discs, leading to wear, heat generation, noise and frequent maintenance. This project presents a Zero Friction Electromagnetic Braking System that utilizes eddy-current principles to achieve contactless braking.
When a conductive disc rotates in a magnetic field produced by an electromagnet, circulating eddy currents are induced. These currents interact with the magnetic field to generate a braking torque opposing the motion — without any physical contact.
The system integrates an electromagnet, aluminium disc, DC motor drive, microcontroller-based control, speed sensors and power electronics. It is an ideal final-year project for students interested in mechatronics, automotive engineering, power electronics and advanced braking technologies.
