In: Mechanical Engineering
Q11 a) What is the basis for piston rod design? Explain the significance of area ratio.
b) List 4 of the likely causes for slow or erratic motion of an actuator in a hydraulic equipment.
Basis for piston rod design
The piston rod in a pneumatic cylinder will act as a strut when it is subjected to a compressive load or it exerts a thrust. Therefore the rod must be of sufficient diameter to prevent buckling. Euler’s strut theory is used to calculate a suitable piston rod diameter to withstand buckling.
Because of area ratio the pressure on bore end could be reduced.
Causes for slow or erratic motion of actuator