Module 5 : Hydraulic Systems

Assignments

Lecture 1

  1. Explain the principle of a hydraulic system with a neat sketch

  2. What is the ‘pump lift'? What are its significances in automation?

  3. Describe the pump regulation system with a suitable example.

Lecture 2

  1. Give the detail classification of hydraulic pumps.

  2. State the applications of Gerotor pump.

  3. Explain the difference between a gear pump and a lobe pump.

Lecture 3

  1. Explain the construction and working of Balanced vane pump with a neat sketch.

  2. What is the difference between “Bent axis piston pump” and “Swash plate axial piston pump”.

Lecture 4

  1. Present the detail classification of Control valves.

  2. What is the application of Restriction Check valve.

  3. Explain the construction and working of three-way spool valve with suitable diagram.

Lecture 5

  1. Explain the various methods of valve actuation employed in hydraulic systems.

  2. Describe the construction and working of Butter fly valve with a neat sketch.

Lecture 6

  1. Explain the function of a pressure relief valve with a suitable example.

  2. Describe the construction and working of ‘Sequence valve' with a neat sketch.

Lecture 7

Provide the graphical symbols of following elements/equipments used in hydraulic systems.

  1. Hydraulic motor
  2. 3/2 way valve
  3. Foot pedal actuation
  4. Flow control valve
  5. Single acting cylinder
  6. Counter balance valve

Lecture 8

A drilling machine is used to make the holes on the workpiece. The workpiece is to be hydraulically clamped in a vice. Design a hydraulic system circuit for the same. List all the components and explain the functioning of the system. Assume suitable data if necessary.