Provided is a performance testing device including: a compressor configured to generate compressed air; an air storage tank configured to receive the compressed air generated by the compressor; a regulator connected to each of the compressor and the air storage tank to control a pressure of the compressed air; a main supply line connected to the regulator to move the compressed air; an input port line and an output port line connected to the main supply line to receive the compressed air from the air storage tank and deliver the compressed air to an input port or an output port of a test object; and a pneumatic booster configured to pressurize the compressed air received in the input port line or the output port line, wherein in order to test a performance of the test object, the pressurized compressed air is applied to the input port or the output port of the test object.

A control valve comprises a body. A diverter is disposed within the body. The diverter is movably positionable within the body such that the diverter can assume a first position, second position and third position. The body includes one or more exhaust ports, a supply port, a first outlet port and a second outlet port. The body and diverter are configured such that: when the diverter is in the first position, the supply port and first outlet port fluidly communicate and the one or snore exhaust ports and second outlet port are fluidly isolated; when the diverter is in the second position, the first outlet port and one of the one or more exhaust ports fluidly communicate and the supply port and second outlet port are fluidly isolated; and When the diverter is in the third position, the first outlet port and second outlet port fluidly communicate and the supply port and the one or more exhaust ports are fluidly isolated.

A hydraulic system includes a pressure-driven actuator operable to provide a mechanical output in response to a pressure input, a single hydraulic circuit communicating with the pressure-driven actuator, a vibratory actuator in the single hydraulic circuit and operable to generate a first component of the mechanical output at a first frequency, and a hydraulic supply apparatus separate from the vibratory actuator, in the single hydraulic circuit, and operable to generate a second component of the mechanical output at a second frequency less than the first frequency.

Fast-acting and low-inertia actuators useable in various applications where a high force must be applied very quickly are disclosed. Power tools with detection systems configured to detect a dangerous condition between a person and a cutting tool are disclosed. In power tools, for example in a woodworking machine, a fast-acting and low-inertial actuator as disclosed herein can be used to retract a blade upon detection of a dangerous condition by a detection system. The actuator includes a charge of pressurized fluid and one or more electromagnets to selectively retain or release the pressurized fluid.

A nose-wheel steering system is provided. The nose-wheel steering system includes a hydraulic motor including a drive shaft configured to rotate about a first axis; and a hydraulic motor start assist mechanism coupled to the hydraulic motor and configured to provide a temporary boost of hydraulic fluid pressure supplied to the hydraulic motor.

A hydraulic system includes a pressure-driven actuator operable to provide a mechanical output in response to a pressure input, a single hydraulic circuit communicating with the pressure-driven actuator, a vibratory actuator in the single hydraulic circuit and operable to generate a first component of the mechanical output at a first frequency, and a hydraulic supply apparatus separate from the vibratory actuator, in the single hydraulic circuit, and operable to generate a second component of the mechanical output at a second frequency less than the first frequency.

Provided is a performance testing device including: a compressor configured to generate compressed air; an air storage tank configured to receive the condensed air generated by the compressor; a regulator connected to each of the compressor and the air storage tank to control a pressure of the compressed air; a main supply line connected to the regulator to move the compressed air; an input port line and an output port line connected to the main supply line and configured to deliver the compressed air to each of an input port and an output port formed at both ends of a test object; and a pneumatic booster configured to pressurize the compressed air received in the input port line or the output port line, wherein in order to test a performance of the test object, the pressurized condensed air is applied to the input port and the output port.

Examples of automatic valve shutoff systems are described which may include an actuation device including an actuator and a valve attachment portion. The valve attachment portion may be configured for attachment with an existing valve in a fluid or compressible gas supply line. The system may further include a controller coupled to the actuation device, wherein the controller is configured to initiate a valve shutoff process in response to a wireless signal. Wake-up circuitry may be coupled to the controller and configured to monitor the supply line for vibrations and activate the controller in response to the vibrations.

Provided are mechanisms and processes for a pneumatic shaft positioning system. According to various examples, the pneumatic shaft positioning system includes a pyrotechnic valve that is configured to control the flow of gas from a pressurized gas source into a pressure chamber. The pressure chamber includes a first piston that is slidably coupled to the pressure chamber. When gas from the pressurized gas source fills the pressure chamber, the piston is configured to slide through the pressure chamber and force a shaft into a predetermined position.

A hydraulic boosting and regulating system includes an intensifier circuit and a regulator and employs low leak, low crossover valves.