Hydraulic and pneumatic systems have always found many applications in all industrial applications, where the goal was the transfer of energy and the production of work from fluids (fluid dynamics) to important production processes, such as processing, packaging, transportation, etc.The main goal of this book is for readers to deeply understand this specific subject and adequately cover the theoretical parts of the functional characteristics of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Additionally, they will learn the advantages and disadvantages of one system compared to the other, in order to be able to make the right choice of such systems for the design and implementation of industrial processes.

In addition, they will be able to recognize all hydraulic and pneumatic components and their necessary peripherals, with the ultimate goal of implementing automation methods and techniques for their control, with efficiency and safety. It is worth noting that for this specific unit of safety in the use of these systems, a separate chapter has been dedicated in the book, given the strict measures and continuously increasing application specifications set by global certification bodies.

The book is a comprehensive guide to the applications of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, covering in a simple and easily understandable way, without complex mathematical analyses, all the necessary tools for industrial engineers, or for the education of future design and production engineers, such as students in related fields.