1. The document discusses hydraulic and pneumatic systems, their applications, and compares the two. It provides examples of how hydraulic systems are used in machine tools, construction equipment, automobiles, and more. Pneumatic systems are discussed for uses in tools, material handling, mining, medical equipment, and other applications.
2. Literature on hydraulic systems is reviewed, including papers about energy efficiency in clamping systems and the design of hydraulic presses. Applications of hydraulic systems in construction such as moving machinery, excavation, slab formwork, and scissor lifts are described.
3. Components and functions of pneumatic systems are outlined, along with examples of uses in brakes, suspension, conveyors, and