Modern Diesel Technology
Heavy Equipment Systems
2nd Edition
Book
Paperback/Softback
656 pages
978-1-133-70301-3 (ISBN)
Description
Written by experienced technicians, "Modern Diesel Technology: Heavy Equipment Systems, International Edition" combines manufacturer-based and universal information into a single, reliable resource. The book's unique focus on off-highway mobile equipment systems delivers service and repair essentials for heavy equipment, agricultural equipment, and powered lift truck technology. Detailing everything from safety to best practices, chapter coverage addresses four key areas: hydraulics, heavy duty brakes, and drivetrains, as well as steering, suspension, and track systems. The 2nd Edition of "Modern Diesel Technology: Heavy Equipment Systems" also includes the latest updates in computer-controlled hydraulics, GPS, electronic controls for other systems to help specialty technicians master their ever-evolving trade.
More details
Edition
International ed of 2nd revised ed
Language
English
Place of publication
Clifton Park
United States
Publishing group
Cengage Learning, Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-133-70301-3 (9781133703013)
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Persons
Building on industry experience with a Freightliner dealership and Mack Trucks Incorporated, Sean Bennett began his teaching career as a corporate trainer for Mack Trucks before joining the faculty at Toronto's Centennial College. During his two decades with the college, Bennett served as program coordinator of the Truck and Diesel Department, chaired a wide range of curriculum development committees for the Province of Ontario, authored the new curricula, and helped overhaul college syllabi to incorporate competency-based outcome models. Bennett has written over 25 books dealing with diesel, truck, heavy equipment, and automotive technology, and he currently devotes all of his time to technical writing and speaking engagements. He is an active member of the American Trucking Association's Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC), the Association of Diesel Specialists (ADS), the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), and the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT).
Content
1. Safety. 2. Hoisting And Rigging. 3. Introduction to Hydraulics. 4. Hydraulic System Components. 5. Hydraulic Symbols and Schematics. 6. Hydraulic System Maintenance and Diagnostics. 7. Hydraulic Brakes. 8. Spring-Applied, Hydraulic-Released Brakes. 9. Air and Air Over Hydraulic Brake Systems. 10. Introduction to Powertrains. 11. Powershift Transmissions. 12. Hydrostatic Drive Systems and Retarders. 13. Driveline Systems. 14. Heavy Duty Drive Axles. 15. Final Drives. 16. Steering Systems. 17. Track and Undercarriage Systems. 18. Suspension Systems. 19. AC Electric Drive Systems.