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hydraulic machine

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
hydraulic machine machine that derives its power from the motion or pressure of water or some other liquid. Hydraulic Engines Water falling from one level to a lower one is used to drive machines like the water wheel and the turbine . The difference in height between the highest and the lowest level is called the head. The amount of work produced per pound of falling water is proportional to the head. Water power can be produced in this way from many natural sources, such as waterfalls and dammed rivers. Where no natural sources are available, an artificial reservoir can be made.... Read more
hydraulic press
Machine consisting of a cylinder fitted with a piston ( piston and...baseplate. The liquid is forced into the cylinder by a pump. The hydraulic press is widely used in industry for forming metals and for...to 10,000 tons (9,000 metric tons) or more. punch press . hydraulic press hydraulic press ... Read more
SIC 3241 Cement, Hydraulic
SIC 3241 CEMENT, HYDRAULIC Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing hydraulic cement, including portland, natural...shipped more than $7 billion worth of hydraulic cement in 2000. The U.S. cement industry...in three occupations: industrial machinery mechanics, sales workers, and ... Read more

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