Hydraulic systems are designed to control the transfer of forces through the use of fluids. They are used not only in automotive technology but also in the drive, control, and regulation technology of mechanical engineering, aerospace, shipbuilding, construction, and agriculture. The following overview describes not only the basic principles of hydraulic systems but also the functions and operation of components and auxiliary systems. By using hydraulic schematics with the most commonly used components and calculations, control technology is explained in an understandable way.
