Hydraulic Rotary Actuators (In the English Units)
A comprehensive guide to the construction, selection, installation, design, operation, maintenance, performance characteristics, and specifications of industrial hydraulic rotary actuators using the English system of units.
Hydraulic motors are the most widely used type of hydraulic rotary actuator and are the primary focus of this book.
Summary
| Level | Advanced |
| Subject | Hydraulics (Component Level) |
| Learning format | Students, Faculty, Industry professionals |
| Unit | English |
Hydraulic rotary actuators, commonly referred to as hydraulic motors, convert hydraulic energy into rotary mechanical motion. They provide the high torque, controllability, and reliability required in industrial and mobile hydraulic systems, including conveyors, machine tools, winches, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, marine systems, and industrial automation.
This book provides a comprehensive study of hydraulic rotary actuators, covering their operating principles, construction, classifications, mounting arrangements, performance characteristics, engineering specifications, and industrial applications. Practical engineering topics such as side loading, actuator selection, installation, maintenance, and the comparison of different hydraulic motor types are presented in a logical and systematic manner.
Written entirely in the English system of units, the book includes engineering reference data, performance specifications, numerical problems, and review questions to reinforce learning. It serves as a valuable reference for engineering students, hydraulic designers, maintenance engineers, industrial trainers, and professionals involved in the specification, installation, and application of hydraulic rotary actuators.
Hydraulic Rotary Actuators at a Glance
✓ Operating Principles
✓ Construction and Working
✓ Hydraulic Rotary Actuator Classifications
✓ Semi-Rotary Actuators
✓ Performance Characteristics
✓ Rotary Actuator Selection
✓ Mounting Methods
✓ Industrial Applications
✓ Maintenance Practices
✓English-unit Engineering Specifications
Who Should Read This Book?
This book is suitable for:
- Engineering students pursuing Mechanical, Mechatronics, Production, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Automation Engineering
- Faculty members teaching fluid power, hydraulics, maintenance engineering, and industrial automation
- Hydraulic maintenance engineers and technicians
- Hydraulic system designers and project engineers
- Reliability and condition-monitoring professionals
- Industrial trainers specializing in fluid power technologies
What You Will Learn
✓ Understand the construction and operating principles of hydraulic rotary actuators
✓ Differentiate between hydraulic pumps and motors
✓ Select hydraulic rotary actuators for industrial applications
✓ Interpret rotary actuator performance characteristics and specifications
✓ Evaluate mounting methods and installation practices
✓ Compare different hydraulic rotary actuator designs
✓ Understand maintenance and safety procedures
✓ Perform basic rotary actuators selection calculations
✓ Apply English-unit engineering data for motor selection
Key Topics
Hydraulic Rotary Actuator Fundamentals
- Symbols and Working
- Pumps vs Motors
- Construction
- Classifications
Engineering Design
- Side Loads
- Mounting
- Performance Characteristics
- Rotary Actuator Selection
Industrial Applications
- Applications
- Maintenance
- Safety
Engineering Reference
- Specifications
- Numerical Problems
- Engineering Data
Detailed Contents
| Chapter | Title |
| 1 | Basic Hydraulic Motor Working |
| 2 | Differences between Pumps and Motors |
| 3 | Terms and Definitions – Hydraulic Motors |
| 4 | Constructional Features of Hydraulic Motors |
| 5 | Side Loads on Hydraulic Motors |
| 6 | Classification of Rotary Actuators |
| 7 | Semi-rotary Hydraulic Actuators |
| 8 | Hydraulic Motors |
| 9 | Comparison of Hydraulic Motors |
| 10 | Performance Characteristics of Hydraulic Motors |
| 11 | Applications of Hydraulic Motors |
| 12 | Maintenance of Hydraulic Motors |
| 13 | Objective Type Questions |
| 14 | Review Questions |
| 15 | Numerical Problems |
| Appendix 1 | Specifications – Gerotor MotorSpecifications – Geroler Motor |
| Appendix 2 | Typical Specifications – Bent-axis Axial Piston Motor |
Why This Book?
✓ Provides a systematic study of hydraulic rotary actuators
✓ Explains hydraulic rotary actuator selection, mounting, and engineering design
✓ Covers practical topics such as performance characteristics, side loads, and industrial applications
✓ Includes engineering specifications, numerical problems, and reference data
✓ Suitable for engineering education, industrial training, and professional reference
✓ Helps improve hydraulic rotary actuator performance, efficiency, reliability, and service life
✓ Written entirely in the English system of units
✓ Ideal companion to the Industrial Hydraulics and Hydraulic Components series
Formats / ISBN /ASIN
| Paperback | ISBN: 9798653847790 |
| Hardcover | ISBN: 9798250220538 |
| eBook | ASIN: B08BFYKHP9 |
| Audio Book | ASIN: B0CY8ZR16W |
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Available Editions
Hydraulic Motors (SI Units)
• SI-based engineering calculations
• Metric component specifications
• International engineering standards
Hydraulic Rotary Actuators (English Units)
• English-unit engineering calculations
• U.S. customary specifications
• Ideal for industries using Imperial units