Vacuum basics

Abstract

Defines a vacuum and gives some basic facts about it, including an explanation of vacuum force and air pressure. Describes the three main applications of vacuum; low range, industrial and scientific and gives examples of uses. A vacuum can be created mechanically or by compressed air: discusses the advantages and disadvantages of mechanical vacuum pumps and compressed air‐driven ejector pumps. Concludes with a brief look at vacuum in relation to altitude.

Citation

Pellerin, C. (1995), "Vacuum basics", Industrial Robot, Vol. 22 No. 4, pp. 27-28. https://doi.org/10.1108/01439919510098434