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Digital switched hydraulics

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This paper reviews recent developments in digital switched hydraulics particularly the switched inertance hydraulic systems (SIHSs). The performance of SIHSs is presented in brief with a discussion of several possible configurations and control strategies. The soft switching technology and high-speed switching valve design techniques are discussed. Challenges and recommendations are given based on the current research achievements.

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Pan, M., Plummer, A. Digital switched hydraulics. Front. Mech. Eng. 13, 225–231 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11465-018-0509-7

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