Fluid Systems

Front

What is a hydraulic system?

Back

A system that uses a liquid under pressure to transmit a force to do work.

Front

What does Pascal's law state?

Back

When you apply pressure to a confined fluid, the fluid will send that pressure out in all directions at the same rate.

Front

IF we are using Boyles' law and our Pressure goes UP, what must our volume do?

Back

Decrease

Front

What is a pump?

Back

A mechanical device or part that is used to move a fluid through or into something.

Front

What is a valve?

Back

A mechanical device or part that controls the flow of fluids.

Front

How are a hydraulic system and pneumatic system different?

Back

One uses a gas, and the other uses a liquid.

Front

A hydraulic system includes all of the following except: Compressor, Reservoir, Fluid, Pump, Valves

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Compressor

Front

___________ systems have active components such as a gas compressor, transition lines, air tanks, hoses, open atmosphere, and passive components.

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Pneumatic

Front

___________ pressure equals total pressure minus atmospheric pressure.

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Gage

Front

What is the most popular material for high-pressure tubing in hydraulics?

Back

stainless steel