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What is a hydraulic machine and what is its purpose? Explain how a simple hydraulic machine performs work.

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A hydraulic machine is a mechanical device that uses a hydraulic fluid to create mechanical work.

A hydraulic machine can be either:
1. Pump
2. Motor

The pump consumes an external torque and produces pressure and flow.
The motor consumes external pressure and flow and produces torque.