* Thorough analysis of transient fluid flow-forces within valves

* Discussions of flow ripple for both gear pumps and axial-piston pumps

* Updated analysis of the pump control problems associated with swash plate type machines

* A successful methodology for hydraulic system design--starting from the load point of a system and working backward to the ultimate power source

* Reduced-order models and PID controllers showing control objective of position, velocity and effort

* Real-world industrial examples are included throughout the book to reinforce the concepts presented

* Solutions manual is available for professors teaching from the book