This document discusses hydraulic brakes. It begins by introducing brakes and their types, including mechanical, hydraulic, power, drum and disc brakes. It then focuses on hydraulic brakes, explaining how they work using hydraulic pressure based on Pascal's law. The master cylinder and its role in hydraulic brakes is described. Disc brakes are also explained, showing how brake pads are squeezed against a disc to slow the wheel. Hydraulic brakes offer advantages like equal braking to all wheels and less wear. Their applications include trucks, buses, cars and other vehicles.