ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY

ADDIS ABEBA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

Course: Pneumatics and Hydraulics (MEng 5271) Submission Date: February 07, 2022
Assignment No. 4

1. Properly complete the circuit diagram of the figure given below. The clamp cylinder is to extend
first, and then the work cylinder extends by the action of a directional control valve (DCV). By
further action of the DCV, the work cylinder retracts, and then the clamp cylinder retracts. Also
explain the purpose of the check valves.

2. For the given circuit, give the sequence of operation of cylinders 1 and 2 when the pump is turned on.
Assume both cylinders are initially retracted.

3. Determine the logic function generated by the given circuit. Simplify the function expression
developed as much as possible using the theorems and laws of logical algebra.
4. For a given Electro-Hydraulic circuit, give the operation of the system when the start switch
is turned on. Assume both cylinders are initially retracted.

5. A transfer station removes a product from a conveyor belt. If the product is detected as present and if
the operator presses the push-button, the pick-up cylinder 1.0 extends. The product is sensed by a 3/2
way roller lever valve. Upon the release of the push-button the cylinder 1.0 is to retract to the initial
position.

a) Draw the circuit diagram for the problem.

b) Describe the operation of the circuit.
6. A cylinder is used to transfer parts from a magazine. If either a push button or a foot pedal is
operated, then the cylinder is to be extended. Once the cylinder is fully extended, it is to retract to the
original position. A 3/2 way roller lever valve is to be used to detect the full extension of the cylinder.

a) Draw the circuit diagram for the problem.

b) Describe the operation of the circuit.

7. A double acting cylinder is used to press together glued components. Upon operation of a push-
button, the clamping cylinder extends and trips a roller lever valve. Once the fully extended position
is reached, the cylinder is to remain for a time of T=6 seconds and then immediately retract to the
initial position. A new start cycle is only possible after the cylinder has fully retracted. The cylinder
extension is to be slow and the retraction adjustable but relatively fast.

a) Draw the circuit diagram for the problem.

b) Describe the operation of the circuit.