Axial Piston Pump

Axial piston pump

An axial piston pump is a type of hydraulic pump that operates by using a set of pistons arranged in a circular pattern within a cylinder block. The pistons within the cylinder are fixed to a swashplate (also known as a cam or wobble plate). The swashplate is combined with a rotating shaft and as the shaft rotates, the angle of the swashplates alters, driving the pistons in and out of their cylinders.

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Branch: Mechanical Engineering

Subject: Fluid Mechanics

Topic: Types of Pump

Subtopic: Axial Piston Pump

Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

1. Identify and describe the role of various parts involved in the working of the axial piston pump.
2. Describe the functions of the various parts of the axial piston pump.
3. Explain the working of the axial piston pump.
4. Understand the types of axial piston pump.
5. Know about the material used in the axial piston pump.
6. Enlist the various applications of the axial piston pump.