Pneumatics
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"Pneumatic" redirects here. For the highest order of humans in Gnosticism, see Pneumatic (Gnosticism).
Pneumatics (from Greek πνεῦμα pneuma 'wind, breath') is a branch of engineering that makes use of gas or pressurized air.
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Pneumatic systems used in industry are commonly powered by compressed air or compressed inert gases. A centrally located and electrically-powered compressor powers cylinders, air motors, pneumatic actuators, and other pneumatic devices. A pneumatic system controlled through manual or automatic solenoid valves is selected when it provides a lower cost, more flexible, or safer alternative to electric motors, and hydraulic actuators.
Pneumatics also has applications in dentistry, construction, mining, and other areas.