Apr 23, 2024  
2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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FP 4701 - Advanced Fluid Power

3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
Course Description
Advanced concepts in fluid properties, linearized models for valve, pump, and motors are applied to the steady state modeling of fluid power systems and components. Pump control strategies (pressure compensation, load sensing, torque limiting, power limiting, etc.) are discussed relative to system performance goals. Dynamic analysis of hydraulic components and systems is accomplished using computer based methods (e.g., Matlab/Simulink). Laboratory work support lecture material. (prereq: FP 2701 )
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Predict the steady state performance of hydraulic components and systems based on linearized models
  • Predict dynamic response of hydraulic components and systems using computer-based tools
  • Select pump controls to meet system performance requirements

Prerequisites by Topic
  • Basic knowledge of circuit design
  • Knowledge of sizing hydraulic components based on steady state requirements
  • Knowledge of mass and energy balance
  • Static properties of fluids

Course Topics
  • Fluid properties and linearized models (3 classes)
  • Pump control strategies (3 classes)
  • Steady state valve modeling (3 classes)
  • Steady state valve/cylinder/motor analysis (6 classes)
  • Steady state hydrostatic transmission modeling (2 classes)
  • Hydraulic component dynamic modeling basics (4 classes)
  • Valve dynamic modeling (3 classes)
  • Hydraulic system dynamic modeling (3 classes)
  • Review and testing and comprehensive final exam (3 classes)

Laboratory Topics
  • Orifice and line loss calculations
  • S.S. performance of fixed displacement, PC, and load sensing pump
  • Steady state performance of a valve controlled motor
  • Steady state performance of a hydrostatic drive
  • Steady state modeling of a hydrostatic drive (Excel model)
  • Cylinder cushion dynamics simulation
  • Introduction to a dynamic modeling of fluid power components
  • Accumulator charge/discharge simulation

Coordinator
Daniel Williams



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