Hydraulics Flashcards
1
Q
What is the equation that relates to hydraulics?
A
Pressure=force/area
2
Q
What is the unit for pressure?
A
m/m2 OR Pascals
3
Q
What are hydraulics?
A
A way of transferring force. They are FORCE MULTIPLIERS.
4
Q
What does it mean if something is a force multiplier?
A
A small force can be applied over a small area and this will apply a much bigger force over a larger area.
5
Q
Why can water be used in hydraulics?
A
Because it is INCOMPRESSIBLE therefore it will transmit a force equally in all directions.
6
Q
What are the units for force?
A
Newtons
7
Q
What are the units for area?
A
m^2
