Brake

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000733",
  "term": "Brake",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A mechanical device used in textile machinery to control the tension or speed of yarn or fabric as it moves through the production process. It applies resistance to prevent overfeeding or slackness, maintaining consistent material flow. Brakes are found on winding machines, looms, and knitting machines.",
  "synonyms": [
    "cataract"
  ],
  "subject": "Textile production",
  "see_also": [
    "cataract",
    "ripple",
    "swingle"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Brechmaschine",
    "es": "rastrillo de lino",
    "fr": "frein"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/brake/"
}