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Advantages of Fluid Power
There are many advantages associated with Fluid Power. Fluid power systems are easy to control as well as very accurate, paired with the ease of use is the ability to control multiple functions with its simplistic design. Fluid Power systems are known to have high horsepower and a low weight ratio. These systems produce low speed torque at a constant rate. The pressurized system allows for constant force and torque to be produced. Fluid Power can also be present in confined spaces where high forces would not normally be applicable. The forces that are exerted can be easily monitored within a system by gauges and meters. In comparison to systems that provide force through electricity or fuel, fluid power systems are known to have long service lives if maintained properly.

Disadvantages of Fluid Power
Fluid Power systems are susceptible to pressure and flow losses within pipes and control devices. These problems are usually related to leakage problems, usually caused by lack of maintenance or improper use of systems. The hydraulic fluid itself is sensitive to temperature and pressure along with being compressible. These can cause systems to not run properly. If not run properly, cavitation and aeration can occur.

Application
Machinery operated by fluid power covers a wide range of applications in industry. The first category is known as mobile applications. This category has a wide range of uses and machinery used. Fluid power is also used in automated systems and pneumatic processes, within these processes tools or automated work pieces can be moved using fluid power. Variable-flow control valves and position sensors may be included in a servomechanism system for precision machine tools. Below is a more detailed list of applications and categories that fluid power is used for:
 * Mobile
 * backhoes
 * tractors
 * brakes
 * suspension systems


 * Industrial (also known as fixed)
 * metalworking
 * injection molding
 * controllers
 * material handling


 * Aerospace
 * landing gears
 * brakes