The Handbook of Hydraulic Fluid Technology serves as the foremost resource for designing hydraulic systems and for selecting hydraulic fluids used in engineering applications. Featuring new illustrations, data tables, as well as practical examples, this second edition is updated with essential information on the latest hydraulic fluids and testing methods. The detailed text facilitates unparalleled understanding of the total hydraulic system, including important hardware, fluid properties, and hydraulic lubricants. Written by worldwide experts, the book also offers a rigorous overview of hydraulic fluid technology and evaluates the ecological benefits of water as an important alternative technology.
Edited by:
George E. Totten (Portland State University Oregon USA), Victor J. De Negri (FAPEU, Florianopolis, S.C. Brazil), Victor J. De Negri Imprint: CRC Press Inc Country of Publication: United States Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 178mm,
Spine: 51mm
Weight: 1.814kg ISBN:9781420085266 ISBN 10: 1420085263 Pages: 984 Publication Date:05 October 2011 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
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A / AS level
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Further / Higher Education
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
Fundamentals of Hydraulic Systems and Components. Seals and Seal Compatibility. Physical Properties and their Determination. Fluid Viscosity and Viscosity Classification. Control and Management of Particle Contamination in Hydraulic Fluids. Lubrication Fundamentals. Hydraulic Fluid and System Standards. Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluids. Fire-Resistance Testing Procedures and Standards of Hydraulic Fluids. Bench and Pump Testing Procedures. Noise and Vibration of Fluid Power Systems. Failure Analysis. Petroleum Oil Hydraulic Fluids. Emulsions. Water–Glycol Hydraulic Fluids. Water Hydraulics. Polyol Ester Fluids. Biobased and Biodegradable Hydraulic Oils. Phosphate Ester Hydraulic Fluids. Polyalphaolefins and Other Synthetic Hydrocarbon Fluids. Food-Grade Hydraulic Fluids.
Portland State University, Oregon, USA FAPEU, Florianopolis, S.C. Brazil