Hydraulics Flashcards
1
Q
What is pascals law
A
Pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted undiminished in all directions and acts with equal force in all areas
2
Q
Formula for finding force
A
Force= pressure x area
3
Q
Formula for finding pressure
A
Pressure = force / area
4
Q
Formula for finding area
A
Area = force \ pressure
5
Q
What are the 2 types hydraulic pump delivery
A
Fixed
Variable
6
Q
3 types of hydraulic pumps
A
Rotary
Reciprocating
Centrifugal
7
Q
Characteristics of rotary pumps
A
Positive displacement
Fixed displacement
8
Q
What are reciprocating pumps also known as
A
Piston pumps
9
Q
What are the 2 types of piston pumps
A
Constant volume
Variable volume
10
Q
What component in a variable piston pump allows for a change in volume
A
Swash plate
11
Q
How big is a micron
A
1 millionth of a meter
