This is a well-illustrated, easily accessible, introductory text on fluid power technology. It provides the students with in-depth explanation of all topics essential to the understanding of design, analysis, operations, maintenance and applications of fluid power systems. Table of Contents Preface. 1.Introduction to Fluid Power. 2.Physical Properties of Hydraulic Fluids. 3.Energy and Power in Hydraulic Systems. 4.Frictional Losses in Hydraulic Pipelines. 5.Hydraulic Pumps. 6.Hydraulic Cylinders and Cushioning Devices. 7.Hydraulic Motors. 8.Hydraulic Valves. 9.Hydraulic Circuit Design and Analysis. 10.Hydraulic Conductors and Fittings. 11.Ancillary Hydraulic Devices. 12.Maintenance of Hydraulic Systems. 13.Pneumatics: Air Preparation and Components. 14.Pneumatics: Circuits and Applications. 15.Basic Electrical Controls for Fluid Power Circuits. 16.Fluid Logic Control Systems. 17.Advanced Electrical Controls for Fluid Power Systems. Appendixes. Index.   Close