Pressure in the Fluid (1)

Definition of enclosed system

Is a physical system where matter cannot enter or leave the system

Pascal’s principle

States that the transmission of pressure exerted on a fluid (liquid or gas) in an enclosed system is uniform throughout the fluid and in all directions

The basic principle in a hydraulic system

Is the transmission of pressure in all directions based on Pascal’s principle

Use of hydraulic system

To do heavy work such as producing a large output force to lift heavy loads

Hydraulic system

Is made up of two cylindrical pistons of different surface areas

Fluid commonly used in hydraulic system (1)

Water

Fluid commonly used in hydraulic system (2)

Oil

The properties of water and oil that allow it to be used in hydraulic systems (1)

Water and oil do not have a fixed shape

The properties of water and oil that allow it to be used in hydraulic systems (2)

Water and oil cannot be compressed

Operation of hydraulic system

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Pressure in the Fluid (1)

Pressure in the Fluid (1)