Hydraulics is a method of transferring power by means of a fluid. The term means “water pipe”.
Today, hydraulic power transmission equipment forms an essential part of most industrial operations, as well as playing an important role in many pieces of automotive equipment.
Most people make use of hydraulics many times every day. One important application is using hydraulics in order to effectively operate a car. In this case, hydraulics forms the basis of the braking system. Power generated by your leg is transferred via a fluid into enough mechanical power to stop your car.