Which outcome predominates when hydraulic actuator rod seals degrade in a robotic arm operating at high cycles?

💡 Explanation

When rod seals degrade, internal leakage or fluid bypass occurs within the actuator because the high-pressure fluid leaks past the worn seals, decreasing the effective force and displacement. Therefore reduced positional accuracy directly results rather than current increase, overheating, or pump cavitation requiring distinct malfunctions.

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