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Braking torque is independent of the radius of drum.

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Braking torque is independent of the radius of drum.

(a) True

(b) False

The question was asked in an online quiz.

Origin of the question is Differential Band Brake in portion Brakes and Dynamometers of Machine Dynamics

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Correct option is (b) False

Best explanation: Braking torque is given by the equation

T = (T1-T2)r

hence it is directly proportional to the radius of the drum.

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