Technology of Fluid Power

An introduction to fluid power components & circuitry, this text focuses on hydraulics and pneumatics for the student with a basic understanding of physics and mechanics. A programmed approach presents applications of fluid power components such as pumps, valves and actuators as well as building circuits from these assembled components. Reeves explains the complex machinery involved in fluid power systems as well as the fundamental skills needed to apply fluid power to various situations.Each chapter includes interactive or immediate response questions within each chapter to enhance the student's comprehension of the presented material. ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDERInstructor's Resource Guide, ISBN: 0-8273-6665-5

William Reeves is Professor at the Department of Industrial Technology at Ohio University