Introduction to Cavitation in Hydraulic Components

This text deals with the concept that cavitation is the main limitation to the performance of hydraulic components.

Topics Covered

Topics covered include the vaporization of liquids due to high velocities or pressure fluctuations, and the effects of cavitation on the performances of rotary machinery.

Cavitation Noise

One chapter is devoted to cavitation noise which concerns many users, including surface ships and submarines.

Applications and Measurement Techniques

The author finishes with some examples of the use of cavitation and subject-specific measuring techniques.