Hydraulic Applications

In this presentation you will:

 identify applications of hydraulics

ClassAct SRS enabled.

Hydraulic Applications

In this presentation you will see examples of where hydraulics are

used in real world applications.

Next >
Hydraulic Applications

Uses of Hydraulics
Hydraulic systems are used where
large, precise forces are required.

Common examples include:

 Vehicle power steering

 Dump trucks

 Flight simulators

 Hydraulic jacks

 Heavy earth moving equipment

 Vehicle brake systems

Next >
Hydraulic Applications

Example: Aircraft Hydraulic Systems

All modern aircraft contain
hydraulic systems to operate
mechanisms, such as:
 Flaps
 Wing position
 Landing gear

Hydraulic power is provided by a

pump that is coupled to an engine.
Power is distributed to systems
throughout the aircraft by Hydraulic Landing
pump
transmission lines. gear
Actuating
Hydraulic power is converted to cylinder
mechanical power by means of an
actuating cylinder or hydraulic motor.
Engine power Next >
Hydraulic Applications

Question 1
Which aircraft system is NOT powered by hydraulics?

A) Landing gear

B) Propulsion

C) Wing position

D) Flaps
Hydraulic Applications

Example: A Vehicle Braking System

The function of a vehicle
braking system is to stop or
Brake pedal
slow down a moving vehicle. pressure
When the brake pedal is
pressed, hydraulic pressure is
transmitted to the piston in the Pads Brake caliper
brake caliper of the brakes.
Piston
Pads
This pressure forces the brake
pads against the brake rotor,
which is rotating with the wheel.

The friction between the

brake pad and the rotor
causes the wheel to slow Rotor
down, and eventually stop.
Caliper Rotor Piston inside caliper
Next >
Hydraulic Applications

Question 2
Hydraulic pressure pushes what, to squeeze the brake pads?

A) The rotor

B) The caliper

C) The piston

D) The brake pedal

Hydraulic Applications

Example: Industrial Hydraulics

Hydraulic systems are widely used in
industry. They may be integrated with
pneumatic and or electromechanical
systems.

Typical applications include:

 Presses

 Platform hoists

 Hydraulic motors

 Jacks

Next >
Hydraulic Applications

Example: Construction Machines

Construction machines use hydraulics to move heavy loads. Hydraulics in
construction machines can be used to move a large load, with a small
force.

Typical machines include:

 Cranes

 Skip / loaders

 Dump trucks

 Excavators

All of these machines use hydraulic pressure to move powerful cylinders

that operate buckets, booms, blades and raise beds.
Next >
Hydraulic Applications

Other Systems
Other typical applications, not covered in detail include:

 Elevators

 Dampers used for

vehicle suspension

 Ship anchor windlasses

Next >
Hydraulic Applications

Summary
You should now be aware of:

 Aircraft systems that use hydraulics

 Hydraulics used in vehicle

braking systems

 Industrial applications of
hydraulic systems

 Construction machines
that use hydraulics

End >