Fluid Power provides a basic, practical introduction to fluid power that relates theory to practice.

Features:

• Covers a broad range of material in both Hydraulics and Pneumatics.
• Chapter topics progress smoothly and are organized under headings to simplify concepts into bite-sized topics.
• Written from a practitioners' perspective with examples that demonstrate applications.
• Suggests practical applications where appropriate to reinforce learning in the laboratory.
• Includes numerous pedagogical aids.
• Material has been reorganized and enhanced throughout the text and includes new illustrations for examples, components, and circuits.
• The entire book has been revised to reflect the latest changes and practices in the industry.
• Incorporates recent changes in international ISO 1219-1 symbols, especially pressure relief and reducing valves.
• Many illustrations have been updated and replaced.
• Problem sections have been expanded at the end of each chapter.
• Includes new homework problems.

Contents

1. Introduction
2. Basics of Hydraulics
3. Energy in Hydraulic Systems
4. How Fluids Flow
5. Friction Losses in Hydraulic Systems
6. Hydraulic Fluids
7. Pumps
8. Hydraulic Cylinders and Cushioning Devices
9. Hydraulic Motors
10. Valves
11. Seals and Packings
12. Systems Components
13. Basic Cicruits and Sizing Hydraulics Components
14. Troubleshooting Hydraulic Systems
15. Basics of Pneumatics
16. Sizing Pneumatic Systems
17. Pneumatic Circuit Applications and Controls

Appendics

• Letter Symbols and Abbreviations
• Conversion Factors
• Approximate Viscosity Conversions
• Offset Bend Calculations For Steel Tubing
• Standard Test Procedures

Index

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