The hydraulic system
Example: Hydraulic system uses fluid pressure to generate mechanical force
Definition
"The hydraulic system" refers to a mechanism that utilizes fluid pressure to transmit power and generate mechanical force, often involving components like pumps, cylinders, and valves to perform work efficiently in engineering applications.
Etymology
The term "the hydraulic system" derives from the Greek word 'hydraulikos,' meaning 'water pipe or water organ,' combined with 'system,' from the Greek 'systēma,' meaning 'organized whole or body.' Did you know? The concept of hydraulics dates back to ancient civilizations that used water pressure for irrigation and machinery.
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"The hydraulic system" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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