Tag Archives for Pneumatics
Hydraulics Pneumatics Pressure regulation
Figure 2.5a shows the by now familiar system where a load is raised or lowered by a hydraulic cylinder. With valve V1 open, fluid flows from the pump to the cylinder, with both pressure gauges P1 and P2 indicating a … Continue reading
Definition of terms, Pressure
Pressure occurs in a fluid when it is subjected to a force. In Figure 1.4 a force F is applied to an enclosed fluid via a piston of area A. This results in a pressure P in the fluid. Obviously … Continue reading
Hydraulics Pneumatics Principles, Industrial prime movers
Most industrial processes require objects or substances to be moved from one location to another, or a force to be applied to hold, shape or compress a product. Such activities are performed by Prime Movers; the workhorses of manufacturing industries. … Continue reading