Within aircraft hydraulic flight control systems, which outcome occurs when an actuator experiences very rapid, repeated cycling?

💡 Explanation

Excessive heat arises because rapid, repeated cycling causes significant fluid friction inside the actuator, activating viscous heating; therefore, the oil temperature increases significantly, rather than premature lockup or backlash reduction that would stem from mechanical faults alone.

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