How Does a Hydraulic Motor Function in a System?

In summary, hydraulic motors work by using fluid under pressure to push against vanes attached to a shaft, causing it to rotate. This fluid is then drained and returned to the pump that pressurized it. Hydraulic pumps work in a similar way, except they use a shaft with vanes to push fluid out under pressure. These components work together with a solenoid valve to control the flow of fluid and convert it into mechanical rotational energy. The specific application may vary, but the basic principles remain the same. For more detailed explanations and diagrams, refer to online resources such as videos or glossaries.
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Hey Respected seniors,
I want to know that how the hydraulic motor works?
Im working as a trainee engineer in a company..
I watch daily a machine that have hydraulic motor, pump, solenoid valve...
All these things are for the movement of a shaft which is connected to a jack( I see, there are two cables/nozzles for pump pressures attached with that jack..). ..

PLZ simply tell me how the hydraulic motor, pump, solenoid valve work together?

thanx & best regards
 
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Hydraulic motors are basically water wheels. A fluid under pressure pushes against vanes attached to a shaft and makes the shaft turn. After doing a little pushing the fluid is drained from the motor and returned to the pump that pressurized it. The pump itself is just a reversed version of the motor -- something turns a shaft that has vanes which pushes fluid out of a port under pressure.

There should be some good diagrams of these things on wiki or google someplace if you poke around a bit.

Beating the analogy a little further, this is pretty much how an electric motor or generator works as well...see the Hydraulic Analogy.
 
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schip666! said:
Hydraulic motors are basically water wheels. A fluid under pressure pushes against vanes attached to a shaft and makes the shaft turn. After doing a little pushing the fluid is drained from the motor and returned to the pump that pressurized it. The pump itself is just a reversed version of the motor -- something turns a shaft that has vanes which pushes fluid out of a port under pressure.

There should be some good diagrams of these things on wiki or google someplace if you poke around a bit.

Beating the analogy a little further, this is pretty much how an electric motor or generator works as well...see the Hydraulic Analogy.

thanx alot...
 
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Actually the machine that I discussed is a SPREADER which is used with CRANES(ship to shore,sts, and rubber tyre gentry,RTG)..
So If anybody is working at PORT then I request him, please tell me in detail,thanx
 
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The specific application is pretty much irrelevant, except perhaps as regards scale. The pump (vane or lobe type), under the influence of a drive motor, supplies pressurized oil to the motor (which is just a pump fed from the other end). The valve, whether electrical or mechanical, controls the flow of oil into the motor. I don't quite understand the particular matching of a motor with a cylinder (which you called a jack) in this instance.
 
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how a hydraulic motor works

The hydraulic motor is the component of a Hydraulic System that convert hydraulic Energy from the hydraulic system into mechanical rotational Energy by rotating the shaft.

This is a good explanation of the subject.

Take a look at this video:

http://hidraulicapractica.com/educational/how-a-hydraulic-geroler-motor-works

or: http://hidraulicapractica.com/glossary/4/m

I hope this is what you are looking for.

Bye
 

1. How does a hydraulic motor convert fluid pressure into mechanical energy?

A hydraulic motor works by utilizing the pressure of a hydraulic fluid to rotate a motor shaft, which then powers mechanical components. The fluid enters the motor through an inlet port and flows over a series of rotor blades. The pressure of the fluid causes the rotor to rotate, which in turn, rotates the motor shaft and generates mechanical energy.

2. What is the difference between a hydraulic motor and a hydraulic pump?

While both a hydraulic motor and pump use hydraulic fluid to generate power, the main difference lies in their function. A hydraulic motor converts fluid pressure into mechanical energy, while a hydraulic pump converts mechanical energy into fluid pressure.

3. How is the speed of a hydraulic motor controlled?

The speed of a hydraulic motor can be controlled by adjusting the flow rate of the hydraulic fluid. By increasing or decreasing the flow rate, the motor can be made to rotate faster or slower, respectively. The speed can also be controlled by changing the size of the motor, as larger motors tend to rotate at slower speeds.

4. Can a hydraulic motor be used in both directions of rotation?

Yes, a hydraulic motor can be used in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions of rotation. This is achieved by reversing the flow of hydraulic fluid through the motor, which changes the direction of rotation of the rotor blades.

5. What are the advantages of using a hydraulic motor?

Hydraulic motors offer a number of advantages, including high power-to-weight ratio, high torque at low speeds, and the ability to operate in a variety of environments and temperatures. They are also highly efficient and can be easily controlled for precise movements. Additionally, hydraulic motors have a long lifespan and require minimal maintenance.

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