A hydraulic accumulator stores pressurized fluid that can then be released to perform tasks in a hydraulic system. It takes in a specific amount of fluid under pressure and stores it until it is needed. Accumulators provide energy storage, compensate for leakage, temperature fluctuations, and pressure shocks while damping vibrations. They allow for smaller pumps, lower installed power usage, less heat production, and an increased system lifespan. A hydraulic accumulator utilizes a compressible gas like nitrogen to store pressurized fluid by drawing fluid in when pressure increases and releasing it when pressure drops.