FE(3): fluid Quiz

What type of fluid does hydraulics use?

• Compressible gases

• Incompressible liquids

• Solid particles

• Plasma

What is a common application of fluid power systems?

• Generating heat

• Creating powerful, efficient motion control

• Producing sound waves

• Conducting electricity

What is a benefit of using fluid power in systems?

• Increased noise levels

• Uncontrolled operations

• Smooth, controlled operations

• Higher energy consumption

Which component controls the direction, pressure, and flow rate of the fluid or air?

• Cylinder

• Pump/Compressor

• Valve

• Pressure Relief Valve

Which component is responsible for creating flow within the system?

• Cylinder

• Pump/Compressor

• Valve

• Pressure Relief Valve

Which of the following is a main component without which a hydraulic system will not work?

• Battery

• Compressor

• Light bulb

• Wire

Which system is more suitable for higher force applications?

• Pneumatic systems

• Hydraulic systems

• Both are equally suitable

• Neither is suitable

Which system would you choose for applications requiring rapid movement?

• Hydraulic

• Pneumatic

• Both

• Neither

What is the function of cylinders or actuators in a pneumatic system?

• Convert hydraulic energy to linear mechanical force and motion

• Convert pneumatic energy to electrical energy

• Convert mechanical energy to hydraulic energy

• Convert electrical energy to pneumatic energy

What types of cylinders are used for various force requirements?

• Single-acting and double-acting

• Triple-acting and quadruple-acting

• Single-acting and triple-acting

• Double-acting and quadruple-acting