Fundamentals of Mobile Heavy Equipment and Hydraulic Systems, Second Edition covers the foundational theory and skills necessary to prepare technicians to maintain and repair today’s mobile off-road equipment (MORE) vehicles. With comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the latest technology, it addresses the equipment used in construction, agricultural, forestry, and mining industries. It thoroughly covers all aspects of heavy equipment systems, including hydraulics and hydraulic attachments, braking and suspension systems, electrical and steering systems, transmission and power transfer systems, and so much more. The Second Edition features helpful learning tools to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking, including review sections, real-world applications, illustrations, step-by-step explanations, and visual summaries. Written in concise and accessible language by an author team with extensive experience in the field, Fundamentals of Mobile Heavy Equipment and Hydraulic Systems, Second Edition equips students at all levels with the knowledge and skills they need for a successful career in heavy equipment repair and service. Key Features and Benefits: New chapter covers the fundamental electrical principles. Engaging learning features throughout facilitate student comprehension and can be incorporated into lessons: You Are the Mobile Off-Road Equipment Technician scenarios and open-ended questions provide relevance to the content students are about to learn. Skill Drills offer step-by-step directions to complete necessary skills. Technician Tips add extra background information, details, and suggestions that students will find helpful in both their studies and their work in the shop. Safety Tips draw attention to specific safety concerns and how to avoid injury in the shop. Wrap-Up at the end of each chapter contains several components to help pull together the information learned in the chapter. Covers All Aspects of Heavy Equipment Systems, including: Hydraulics, spanning 14 chapters Braking and suspension systems Track drive undercarriage and wheeled machines Hydraulic attachments Electrical and steering systems Transmission and power transfer systems Electric Drives Autonomous and semi-autonomous control systems Telematics, on-board networks and remote machine control Alternative braking Foundational information, shop practices and safety concerns
