Contrary to what some people think, fluid power systems are capable of very high-performance motion control. And a well-designed, closed-loop hydraulic actuator can do things that motors can't do ...

Modern vehicles rely on a host of fluids to send us down the road. Some, like engine oil and coolant, are well-known, while others, like differential fluid, are less-familiar to average motorists.

Power steering has been a common automotive feature for decades now. Available in electric and hydraulic forms, power steering eases turning the steering wheel when driving the vehicle. It is a ...

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