How Can Hydraulic Flow Be Controlled Between Two Pistons?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the control of hydraulic flow between two pistons, focusing on the mechanics of actuation and the implications of fluid dynamics, particularly viscosity. Participants explore the feasibility of stopping hydraulic fluid flow and the conditions under which this might occur.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about the mechanics of hydraulic flow and questions whether it can be stopped once initiated, particularly in relation to an expanding cylinder.
  • Another participant suggests that hydraulic fluid flow cannot be halted due to the effects of viscosity, indicating a mathematical basis for this claim.
  • A third participant requests clarification on the initial post, indicating confusion about the problem being presented.
  • A comment on spelling highlights a minor correction regarding the term "hydraulic," but does not contribute to the technical discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach consensus, as there are conflicting views on the ability to stop hydraulic flow and the clarity of the initial problem statement.

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved assumptions regarding the specific conditions of the hydraulic system being discussed, including the design and operational parameters of the pistons and fluid dynamics involved.

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I have considered myself versed on a topic as broad as hydrolic and recently came to doubt myself on a simple idea of what it takes to actuate a hydrolic flow between a junction of two piston's, so taking in mind the simple shape in the image Could this be stopped once the flow is pushing only slightly into an expanding cylinder and what kind of current flow are we talking about, I have just read a literal ton of information on the inductance coupling and have the design for an inductive(single wire) motor control array(I'd be happy to share).
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Your posting does not make any sense at all . Please try to explain the problem more clearly .
 
hydrolic fluid probably cannot be stopped once it has started flowing through this simple mechanical actuator. My math says viscosity prohibits it.
 
BrockLee said:
...Hydrolic...
Hello BrockLee... I think the correct technical spelling is Hydraulic... :oldsmile:
 
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