Dissolved gases in hydraulic fluid significantly impact the performance and reliability of hydraulic systems, primarily by reducing the fluid's bulk modulus and causing cavitation. The bulk modulus is a measure of a fluid's resistance to compression; a high bulk modulus is desirable for hydraulic systems to transmit power efficiently and respond quickly to changes in pressure. When hydraulic fluid contains excessive dissolved gases, the bulk modulus decreases, making the fluid more compressible. This compressibility leads to sluggish system response, reduced power transmission eff....
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