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One of the primary consequences of operating with a brake drum that is below its minimum thickness is overheating. As the drum wears down, it may not dissipate heat efficiently, which can cause the brakes to overheat. Overheating can lead to brake fade, where the effectiveness of the brakes diminishes significantly, making it harder to stop the vehicle. This can be particularly dangerous in emergency situations where rapid stopping is necessary.
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Animation effectively illustrates this process, showing how the rotation of the drum causes it to spin while the shoes are forced outward. This outward movement occurs due to the expansion of the brake shoes, driven by the movement of the pistons. The friction generated between the shoes and the drum produces the braking force needed to slow down or stop the vehicle.
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