MEM341~Fluid Power Technology~ Pop Quiz I

What is the primary function of a hydraulic reservoir?

• To cool the hydraulic fluid

• To increase the pressure of the fluid

• To store unused fluids during operation

• To filter contaminants from the fluid

What is the purpose of a heat exchanger in a hydraulic system?

• To allow heat transfer between fluids

• To store hydraulic fluid

• To increase fluid pressure

• To filter out contaminants

Which type of conductor is NOT typically used in hydraulic systems?

• Steel pipes

• Plastic tubing

• Copper wires

• Flexible hoses

What type of leakage occurs when fluid escapes from the hydraulic system?

• Internal leakage

• External leakage

• Contamination leakage

• Pressure leakage

What is the function of a pressure intensifier?

• To store hydraulic fluid

• To filter contaminants

• To increase fluid pressure

• To decrease fluid pressure

Which component is used to separate fine solids from liquids in a hydraulic system?

• Heat exchanger

• Reservoir

• Filter

• Accumulator

What is the primary purpose of seals in hydraulic systems?

• To filter contaminants

• To prevent leakage and contamination

• To increase fluid flow

• To store hydraulic fluid

What type of hydraulic circuit is used to speed up the extending speed of a double-acting cylinder?

• Regenerative circuit

• Double pump circuit

• Motor powered circuit

• Sequencing circuit

In a hydraulic system, what does the term 'conductors' refer to?

• Valves that control fluid flow

• Pipes and hoses that carry fluid

• Components that filter the fluid

• Devices that store fluid

What is the main advantage of using a gas-loaded accumulator?

• Low cost

• High capacity

• Compact size

• No gas leakage