Cavitation
By Terry Bartelt, Stephen Schneider
In this animated activity, learners examine how cavitation occurs in a hydraulic pump. A video clip is included. Learners then test their knowledge in a brief quiz.
Counterbalance Valves
Learners view an animation of a counterbalance valve in operation and examine the valve’s internal structure.
Hydraulic Oil Contamination
In this interactive object, learners examine how hydraulic oil is contaminated, the types of damage contamination can cause, and the methods used to clean the oil.
Hydraulic Pump Action
Learners examine how fluid enters the inlet of a hydraulic pump because of atmospheric pressure and how pressure is created at the pump’s outlet. This object includes audio.
Hydraulic Reservoirs
In this colorful and animated activity, learners examine the four functions provided by a hydraulic reservoir. A brief quiz completes the learning object.
Pilot-Operated, Pressure-Reducing Valve Malfunctions
In this animated activity, users examine the causes of malfunctions in a hydraulic pressure-reducing valve and the problems that result. A short quiz completes the learning object.
Pneumatic Air Conservation
In this animated activity, learners read about air loss in a pneumatic system and ways to reduce the leakage. The object includes audio.
Pneumatic Air Leaks
In this animated object, learners examine the causes of air leaks and read how to repair them. The object includes audio.
Pressure-Reducing Valve Application
In this animated activity, a drill-and-clamp machine is used to show an application of a pressure-reducing valve. Recommendations on how to properly make pressure adjustments are also provided.
Sequence Valves
Learners view an animation of a sequence valve in operation and examine the valve’s internal structure.
Testing a Hydraulic Pump
Learners follow an animated test procedure to determine if the parts of a hydraulic pump are worn.
Unloading Valves
In this animated object, learners examine the internal structure of an unloading valve. This learning object includes a video clip demonstrating the use of an unloading valve in a metal stamping application.
Unloading Valves (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the internal structure of an unloading valve. This learning object includes a video clip demonstrating the use of an unloading valve in a metal stamping application.