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Which actuator will extend faster?
Which actuator will extend faster?
Which actuator has a higher resistance to flow at the bore side?
Which actuator has a higher resistance to flow at the bore side?
What is the primary benefit of using hydraulic power systems in aircraft installation?
What is the primary benefit of using hydraulic power systems in aircraft installation?
What determines the speed of an actuator?
What determines the speed of an actuator?
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What happens to actuator speed when resistance to flow increases?
What happens to actuator speed when resistance to flow increases?
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What does Pascal's law state about pressure changes in confined fluids?
What does Pascal's law state about pressure changes in confined fluids?
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How does applying a smaller force on a smaller area relate to lifting a heavier load?
How does applying a smaller force on a smaller area relate to lifting a heavier load?
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How is the passage configuration of gauge pumps affecting the actuator's performance?
How is the passage configuration of gauge pumps affecting the actuator's performance?
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What is one significant advantage of hydraulic systems in terms of inspection?
What is one significant advantage of hydraulic systems in terms of inspection?
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What happens to the distance traveled by a smaller input area compared to a larger area in a hydraulic system?
What happens to the distance traveled by a smaller input area compared to a larger area in a hydraulic system?
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What primarily determines the force of an actuator?
What primarily determines the force of an actuator?
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If Gear Pump 1 has a higher flow rate than Gear Pump 2, what can be inferred about their actuator forces?
If Gear Pump 1 has a higher flow rate than Gear Pump 2, what can be inferred about their actuator forces?
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Why is it important for both gears to operate at the same RPM?
Why is it important for both gears to operate at the same RPM?
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What determines the direction of fluid flow in a hydraulic system?
What determines the direction of fluid flow in a hydraulic system?
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What happens when a fluid moves from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure without performing useful work?
What happens when a fluid moves from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure without performing useful work?
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What happens when the passage returning to the reservoir is fully opened?
What happens when the passage returning to the reservoir is fully opened?
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What happens to the fluid when the passage returning to the reservoir is fully closed?
What happens to the fluid when the passage returning to the reservoir is fully closed?
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What is the basic principle stated by Pascal's law in relation to hydraulic systems?
What is the basic principle stated by Pascal's law in relation to hydraulic systems?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the relationship between pressure and actuator force?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the relationship between pressure and actuator force?
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What is the role of a gear pump in a hydraulic system?
What is the role of a gear pump in a hydraulic system?
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What is indicated by the statement that fluid under pressure takes the path of least resistance?
What is indicated by the statement that fluid under pressure takes the path of least resistance?
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Which statement best describes the function of hydraulic power systems in aircraft?
Which statement best describes the function of hydraulic power systems in aircraft?
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In hydraulic power systems, the relationship between pressure, force, and area can be expressed as which of the following?
In hydraulic power systems, the relationship between pressure, force, and area can be expressed as which of the following?
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When the passage returning to the reservoir is fully opened, what is the expected effect on fluid pressure?
When the passage returning to the reservoir is fully opened, what is the expected effect on fluid pressure?
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What is a consequence of a fluid not performing useful work in a hydraulic system?
What is a consequence of a fluid not performing useful work in a hydraulic system?
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What is the correct formula for calculating pressure?
What is the correct formula for calculating pressure?
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If the area of a larger piston is 10 m² and the input force is 100 N, what is the output force?
If the area of a larger piston is 10 m² and the input force is 100 N, what is the output force?
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What does the term 'mechanical advantage' refer to in hydraulics?
What does the term 'mechanical advantage' refer to in hydraulics?
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What does a hydraulic pump primarily create?
What does a hydraulic pump primarily create?
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In a hydraulic system, what creates pressure?
In a hydraulic system, what creates pressure?
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If the area of the smaller piston is 2 m², what is the mechanical advantage when the output force is 500 N and input force is 100 N?
If the area of the smaller piston is 2 m², what is the mechanical advantage when the output force is 500 N and input force is 100 N?
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Which component is classified as a hydraulic device that creates flow?
Which component is classified as a hydraulic device that creates flow?
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What is the relationship between volumetric flow rate and area of cross section?
What is the relationship between volumetric flow rate and area of cross section?
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If a hydraulic system has a larger area than the input area, what happens to the force?
If a hydraulic system has a larger area than the input area, what happens to the force?
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In a gear pump, what is the function of the displacement mechanism?
In a gear pump, what is the function of the displacement mechanism?
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Study Notes
Aircraft Hydraulic Systems
- Objective: Understand hydraulic power creation, basic systems, components, and applications in aircraft. Explore Pascal's law and its related formulas. Understand the advantages of hydraulic systems.
Hydraulic Power Creation
- Hydraulic power on aircraft is generated through a combination of components, including fuel pumps, oil pumps, and occasionally a Ram Air Turbine pump. The precise process depends on specific aircraft designs.
Basic Hydraulic Power System
- The basic system involves a reservoir, pumps, filters, valves, actuators, and return lines.
- Each component plays a specific role, responsible for maintaining fluid pressure, directing flow, and executing actions such as extending or retracting flaps.
Aircraft Subsystems Powered by Hydraulics
- Various aircraft subsystems rely on hydraulic power, including: flight controls (e.g., flaps, elevators, ailerons), landing gear, and brakes.
Importance of Hydraulic Power
- Hydraulic systems offer advantages like light weight and reduced fuel consumption compared to other systems.
- They also reduce aircraft downtime due to needing less maintenance resulting in increased profit.
Pascal's Law Application
- Pascal's law states that pressure change in a confined, incompressible fluid is transmitted uniformly throughout the fluid.
- This principle allows for force multiplication, enabling small forces to move heavy loads, enabling controlled movements in aircraft systems.
Useful Formula for Hydraulic Systems Calculation
- Key formula for pressure calculations include: Pressure = Force/Area.
- Volumetric flow rate calculations: Flow Rate = Area × Velocity.
Example Calculations
- Practical examples show how input force and area relate to output force, demonstrating force multiplication and mechanical advantage in hydraulic systems.
Fundamental Laws of Hydraulics
- Hydraulic pumps generate fluid flow, not pressure—resistance to flow creates pressure.
- Fluid flows along paths of least resistance in hydraulic systems.
- Pressure impacts actuator force directly.
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Test your knowledge on the hydraulic systems used in aircraft, including their components, power creation, and various applications. This quiz will cover fundamental concepts such as Pascal's law and their implications in aviation. Assess your understanding of how hydraulic systems enhance aircraft performance.
