I would like to explain in few steps what Jake brake is actually, and what is its process of operation. First of all I would like to start with the fact that the Jake brake is not used as a substitution brake, in fact it represents a retarder, that is providing a retarding, that is to say slowing action of truck’s wheels without the need of using the service brakes’ for slowing.
Moreover, the Jake brake is working by the same force that provides power to the truck, that is to say it is using the diesel engine’s power.
2. History Of Jake Brake
The roots of Jake brake invention can be traced back in 1955/1959. Hence, Clessie Cummins and Jacobs Manufacturing Company have made an official agreement for Jake brake manufacturing back in 1959.
Jacobs Manufacturing Company has conducted numerous detailed tests, altogether with market surveys aiming to see the realistic picture- if these brakes were going to be accepted on the market. Their tests and surveys have turned out with positive income.
