dARNALis
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this chapter, students should be able to:
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Distinguish between positive displacement and nonpositive displacement pumps. Explain the operation of gear, vane, and piston pumps. Differentiate between axial and radial piston pumps. Understand the difference between fixed displacement and variable displacement pumps. Explain the operation of pressurepressure-compensated pumps. Distinguish between bentbent-axisaxis-type piston pumps and the swash plate design. Differentiate between internal and external gear pumps. Evaluate the performance of pumps by determining the volumetric, mechanical and overall efficiencies. Explain the phenomenon of pump cavitation and identify ways to eliminate its occurrence.
dARNALis 2
Introduction