Fluid Power Applications in Various Industries

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What component is typically used in electrical power systems to generate current for operating electric motors?

Electric motor

Variable resistance (correct)

Fluid pump

Solid state devices

In fluid power systems, what is used to convey pressurized fluid to actuators?

Fluid pump

High pressure hose/pipes (correct)

Electric motor

Variable resistance

According to Pascal's law, what happens when there is an increase in pressure at any point in a confined fluid?

Only increase near the point of origin

No change occurs everywhere

Equal decrease at any other point in the container

Equal increase at any other point in the container (correct)

What principle in fluid mechanics states that a pressure change is transmitted throughout the fluid, as given by Blaise Pascal?

Pascal's Law Signup and view all the answers

Which system behaves more like a solid due to its minimal compressibility?

Hydraulic system Signup and view all the answers

One of the advantages of pneumatic systems over hydraulic systems is:

Faster response time Signup and view all the answers

What is a basic component of a hydraulic system?

Fluid reservoir Signup and view all the answers

Which component is essential in a pneumatic system?

Pressure regulator Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of pneumatic systems?

Clean operation (suitable for food industry) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of pneumatic systems?

Difficult position control Signup and view all the answers

How do hydraulics and pneumatics differ in terms of weight?

Pneumatics are heavier than hydraulics Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately differentiates between hydraulics and pneumatics?

Hydraulics require special lubrication arrangements, unlike pneumatics Signup and view all the answers

What type of fluid do oil hydraulic systems typically employ?

Liquid petroleum oils and synthetic oils Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hydraulic system is characterized by solenoid-operated valves?

Stationary hydraulics Signup and view all the answers

What kind of system employs compressed air that is released to the atmosphere after performing work?

Pneumatic systems Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature often associated with mobile hydraulics?

Manually operated valves Signup and view all the answers

Which application is commonly associated with stationary hydraulics?

Production and assembly of vehicles Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes pneumatic systems from hydraulic systems based on the text?

'Pneumatic employs compressed air' and 'hydraulic employs pressurized liquid oils' Signup and view all the answers