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COURSE DESCRIPTION

FLPT 279 — Proportional Valves  (4 cr)

Students are introduced to the use of proportional valves to accurately position, accelerate and decelerate actuators. Precise mechanical positioning of the valve spool and the interfacing of an electronic sensor to indicate spool position is emphasized. The effect of infinite spool positioning on oil pressure and the elimination of hydraulic system shock is covered. Prerequisite: FLPT 112 or 136 or 273 and 274 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
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