Definition of a Function. A function is a relation for which each value from the set the first components of the ordered pairs is associated with exactly one value from the set of second components of the ordered pair. Okay, that is a mouth full.
Master cylinder without booster. Single bore master cylinders: These unboosted hydraulic Master Cylinders are actuated by foot effort, via the brake pedal. The brake pressure is related to actuation force and depends on the piston bore size: the smaller the bore, the higher the pressure.
The Vacuum Booster. Â­ Â­The vacuum booster is a metal canister that contains a clever valve and a diaphragm. A rod going through the center of the canister connects to the master cylinder's piston on one side and to the pedal linkage on the other. Another key part of the power brakes is the check valve. The photo above shows the check valve, which is a one-way valve that only allows air to be sucked out of the vacuum booster. If the engine is turned off, or if a leak forms in a vacuum hose, the check valve makes sure that air does not enter the vacuum booster.