This module will explain the basic fundamentals of:
1. What generates and what uses the hydraulic power.
2. Formulas governing hydraulic power and torque and efficiency.
3. Where system losses and inefficiencies occur and why they should be kept to a minimum.
This module will NOT cover or apply to any specific equipment or industry. It is intended to lay down the basic building blocks for understanding hydraulic power and torque, without giving enough detail to explain specific mobile or industrial applications.
People who wish to learn how to maintain or design hydraulically driven machines.
Students must appreciate what hydraulics is used for and know typical applications where it's used.