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hydraulic
01
relating to the transmission or control of fluids under pressure within confined systems or machinery
Example
Students in the hydraulic engineering program studied fluid mechanics, pipe systems, and control mechanisms.
Hydraulic theory and laws governing the transmission of force via pressurized liquids form the foundation of the discipline.
02
operated by, moved by, or powered by a liquid under pressure within a system
Example
Modern excavators employ hydraulic cylinders to open and close their bucket and arm assemblies with great force.
Hydraulic dampers inside suspension systems help vehicles absorb shocks from the road through controlled fluid flow.
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