Electro/Engine Driven Hydraulic Powerpack
In Electro/Engine drive system, an Electric Motor driven / Engine Driven Powerpack, is providing the pressurised oil to the system. Hydraulic pump is coupled to a shaft, driven by Engine/Electric Motor This type of Electro-Hydraulic Powerpack Driven by Electric Motor, are used in Heavy Barges and Mini Ships, where Generators are used to power the steering system Photograph below shows a typical Engine Driven Powerpack fitted in a fishing vessel, with sea-water cooled oil cooler.