Hydraulics (FM 5-499) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781481146142)

This field manual (FM 5-499)), "Hydraulics," serves as a guide for personnel who operate and maintain military equipment using hydraulic-powered control systems. It includes general information covering basic hydraulics and describes the properties and characteristics of fluids and server types of pumps, motors valves, and controls. This manual also deals with piping, tubing, and hoses used to convey fluid under pressure. It describes the functions and types of reservoirs, strainers, filters, and accumulators. It discusses the purposes and types of seals and packings used in fluid power systems. The contents of this manual are applicable to both nuclear and nonnuclear warfare.

Author: Department Of the Army
ISBN-10: 1481146149
ISBN-13: 9781481146142
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2012
Pages: 180
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.38d