Swivels, joints, rotary unions

A swivel is a rotary joint which allows fluid to pass through it’s rigid body. It is a hydraulic version of an electric Slip Ring.
A Rotary Union is a Swivel that can transfer various media besides fluid – gas, electric current or bus ( digital data lines )

Repairing and Rebuilding Hydraulic Center Swivel Center Post on Haas Tl-2 CNC Lathe
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__DhbYYzukE