Hydraulics & Pneumatics

A custom designed motorcycle, called the Hydra-Ride, combines the power of a diesel engine and the control capabilities of hydraulics for a smooth ride. The bike, designed and built by Ron Holcomb of...

Hydraulic hose and tube are not interchangeable. While hose may offer convenience in design, tube offers good heat transfer capabilities and a more leak-tight design. Knowing when to choose one over the other...

Although high-speed automation is common in the manufacturing industry, some production processes must still be carried out by hand because operations require touch sensitivity and force control. The work is done manually because sensing the pressure applied by a moving...

Handling delicate items can be difficult in processing and material handling operations. Grippers can leave pressure marks while vacuum handling systems attract dirt. And destroying...

Transporting miners into and out of mines can be a tricky operation. The transportation vehicles need to be small and compact and designed for slow speeds and quick and safe braking...