Pneumatics Fundamentals
Pneumatics is the technology that uses compressed air to produce mechanical motion and perform work.
What is Pneumatic Energy?
Pneumatic energy uses compressed air to produce force and perform work. The fundamental principle: gases can be compressed and stored, then released to do useful work.
In this section
- The Power of Air - The power of air in nature
- Advantages and Disadvantages - When to use pneumatics
- Gas Behavior - Kinetic theory and gas laws
- Compression Ratio - How air is compressed
Demand Side Components
- Pneumatic Actuators - Cylinders, rotary actuators, and grippers
- Pneumatic Valves - Directional, pressure, and flow control valves
- Pneumatic Circuits - Circuit design and troubleshooting
The Golden Rule
"The production and quality of pneumatic work depends entirely on the quality of the air supply."