Unit 1 Introduction to Fluid Properties, Hydraulic Fluids, and

8 lecture hours

• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems  Understanding Fluid Mechanics: Types of fluids
• properties of fluids (density
• etc.), and fluid behavior.  Hydraulic Fluids: Types of hydraulic fluids
• selection criteria, and applications in automotive vehicles.  Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems: Basic concepts
• differences, and their application in automotive engineering

Unit 2 Different Elements of Hydraulic System

14 lecture hours

•  Pumps and Motors: Types of hydraulic pumps (gear
• vane) and motors
• their characteristics and operation.  Cylinders: Selection criteria
• types, and working of hydraulic cylinders.  Valves: Types of valves (directional
• flow) and their operation.  Pipes
• Tubing, and Fittings: Construction
• working, and selection criteria for pipes
• hoses, and fittings in a hydraulic system.  Maintenance of Hydraulic Systems: Common maintenance practices
• troubleshooting, and diagnostics

Unit 3 Pneumatic Systems in Automotive Vehicles

8 lecture hours

•  Air Compressors: Types of compressors (reciprocating
• working, and their application in automotive systems.  Air Motors: Construction and working of air motors in automotive applications.  Control Valves: Types of pneumatic valves
• working, and control in pneumatic systems.  Actuators and Mountings: Types and working of pneumatic actuators.  Filters
• Regulators, and Lubricators: Role and operation in pneumatic systems

Unit 4 Hydro-Mechanical Servo Systems and Electro-Pneumatics

•  Hydro-Mechanical Servo Systems: Principles and applications in automotive vehicles.  Electro-Pneumatic Systems: Understanding of PLCs
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