This document discusses various types of clutches and brakes used in production machinery. It begins with an introduction to clutches and brakes, noting they are mechanically similar devices used for starting high inertia loads and emergency disconnect. It then describes different actuation methods and energy transfer means for brakes and clutches. The remainder of the document discusses specific types of clutches and brakes in more detail, including positive contact, friction, overrunning, centrifugal, magnetic, fluid couplings, and drum/disk brakes. It concludes with sections on clutch/brake selection, service factors, materials, and energy/temperature considerations.