Description: 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. The chapters cover all aspects of heavy equipment systems, including hydraulics and hydraulic attachments, braking and suspension systems, track drive undercarriage and wheeled machines, 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, it equips students at all levels with the knowledge and skills they need for a successful career in heavy equipment repair and service.
Brief description: Gus Wright is a member of the faculty in the Truck and Coach program at Centennial College in Ontario, Canada. A diesel enthusiast, he currently teaches apprentice technicians the latest technology in trucks, buses, and off-road equipment. He has worked for more than 35 years in the industry, earning multiple trade qualifications and creating technician curriculum for both corporate and college level education. He is also the author of Fundamentals of Medium/Heavy Duty Diesel Engines (Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2017) and co-author of Fundamentals of Medium/Heavy Duty Commercial Vehicle Systems (Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2017). 'A university graduate, he actively engages in applied research related to engine emissions, alternate fuels, and HD electrical technology.'