Raising the bar: Accumulators–Energy Savers or Energy Wasters?
By Dan Helgerson Do accumulators save energy or waste it? The answer is yes and yes. Let me explain. I started my fluid power career with a distributor who …
Raising the bar: Flow Means Go? Not Exactly
When designing a fluid power system, it is important to separate the concepts of flow and pressure. The pressure determines the force available, and the speed …
Raising the bar: Something for Your Toolbox
I have a collection of equations floating around in my head for use when trying to come up with a fluid power solution. The problem is, many times what I am …
Raising the bar: Speaking of Raising the bar…
By Dan Helgerson, Fluid Power Journal Technical Editor I have an opinion about using bar vs MPa. I have had the privilege of working on the equations for the …
Raising the bar: Memes to an End
By Dan Helgerson, Fluid Power Journal Technical Editor Merriam-Webster defines meme as a noun meaning “an idea, behavior, style, or usage that spreads from …
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