Which dangerous outcome arises when rapidly alternating a hydraulic actuator?

💡 Explanation

Water hammer can occur due to sudden fluid flow stops. The mechanism is fluid inertia changing momentum in pipes because the pressure spikes dramatically, therefore, damaging components, rather than thermal issues alone.

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