This handbook remains the foremost resource for designing hydraulic systems and selecting hydraulic fluids used in engineering applications. Featuring new illustrations, data tables, and practical examples, this second edition is updated with essential information on the latest hydraulic fluids and testing methods. The detailed text facilitates unparalleled understanding of the total hydraulic system, including important hardware, fluid properties, and hydraulic lubricants. Written by worldwide experts, the book also offers a rigorous overview of hydraulic fluid technology and evaluates the ecological benefits of water as an important alternative technology.