hydraulic transmission system
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Definition
- Noun:
- A hydraulic transmission system is a mechanism for transferring power from an engine to a point of application (like wheels or machinery) that uses the force of a pressurized fluid, typically oil, instead of mechanical gears or belts.
Usage
- The term is used to describe a specific type of power transmission technology, common in heavy machinery, industrial equipment, and some vehicles.
- It is often discussed in engineering, automotive, and mechanical maintenance contexts.
Examples
- Noun:
- The bulldozer's hydraulic transmission system allows for smooth and powerful control of its tracks.
- A failure in the hydraulic transmission system caused the forklift to stop moving.
- Compared to a mechanical gearbox, a hydraulic transmission system can provide continuous variable speed.
Advanced Usage
- The system is a key component in hydrostatic drives, where it provides infinitely variable speed control.
- It is often contrasted with mechanical transmission systems or electric transmission systems.
Variants and Related Words
- Hydraulic transmission (n): A common shortened form with the same meaning.
- Fluid drive (n): A broader term that can refer to hydraulic transmission systems or other fluid-based couplings.
- Hydrostatic transmission (n): A specific, common type of hydraulic transmission system where the pump and motor are directly connected by fluid lines.
Synonyms
- Hydraulic drive: A very close synonym emphasizing the method of power transfer.
- Fluid power transmission: A more general synonym that includes hydraulic and sometimes pneumatic systems.
Related Phrases
- Transmission fluid: The specialized oil used within a hydraulic transmission system.
- Hydraulic pump: The component that creates the fluid flow and pressure within the system.
- Hydraulic motor: The component that converts the fluid pressure back into rotational mechanical power.
Noun
- a transmission that depends on a hydraulic system