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'''Hydraulics''' is a technology for very strong pressure generation as well as for [[automation]]. On [[Mars]] it is very useful, since it can be produced and maintained with [[hi-tech versus lo-tech|simple means]].

==Use cases in automation==
A hydraulic temperature control works without auxiliary power. The principle is based upon the thermodynamic change of volume due to changes in temperature. A vessel filled with hydraulic oil produces an increasing pressure when temperature is rising. The pressure is used to move a piston, connected to a valve.

==Use cases for fluid power==
*The tools of [[digging machine]]s are moved by hydraulic power.
*Heavy hatches can be locked by hydraulics.
*Brakes in cars are usually hydraulic.

==See also==
*[[Pneumatics]]

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