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Preface

his book examines the construction, principles of operation,
and calculation of hydraulic power systems. Special attention
Tis paid to building a solid theoretical background in the sub-
ject, which should enable the reader to go on to further study and
analysis of the static and dynamic performance of the different fluid
power elements and systems. In addition to theory, the book includes
case studies of typical construction elements of hydraulic power sys-
tems. These elements are categorized, and the special features of their
design and performance are discussed.
Following are the chapters in this book:
Chapter 1, Introduction to Hydraulic Power Systems
Chapter 2, Hydraulic Oils and Theoretical Background
Chapter 3, Hydraulic Transmission Lines
Chapter 4, Hydraulic Pumps
Chapter 5, Hydraulic Control Valves
Chapter 6, Accessories
Chapter 7, Hydraulic Actuators
Chapter 8, Hydraulic Servo Actuators
Chapter 9, Electrohydraulic Servovalve Technology
Chapter 10, Modeling and Simulation of Electrohydraulic
Servosystems
Chapter 11, Introduction to Pneumatic Systems
I am indebted to my colleagues Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Saleh and Prof.
Dr. Saad Kassem for the continuous, fruitful, and stimulating discus-
sions we had, and for their objective comments on the book as a whole.
I would also like to express my gratitude to Bosch Rexroth AG,
Norgren Ltd., Moog Inc., Famic Technologies Inc., and Olaer Group
Ltd. for their kind support and permission to use their illustrations in
this book.
Finally, I would like to extend my appreciation and gratitude to the
staff of McGraw-Hill Professional, especially Taisuke Soda, senior editor;
Stephen M. Smith, editing manager; Pamela A. Pelton, senior production

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