Hydraulics & Pneumatics

As more emphasis is placed on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) curriculum in schools, more hands-on experiences for students are required as well. This is why researchers...

A new approach to squelching noise in hydraulic systems applies compliant linings to noise-control devices for fluid-power systems

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...