Jet airliners dominate the commercial aviation industry. They are characterized by a jet engine propulsion system. While some airliners use a propeller-based propulsion system, jet airliners leverage one or more jet engines. They compress and mix air with fuel, after … Read More
Whether you’re doing a home project or working on an aircraft, choosing the right type of adhesive is important. Adhesives, of course, are products that cause objects to stick together. They offer a simple and effective way to join two … Read More
The weight of an aircraft can affect its performance in several ways. Some airplanes are heavier than others. A standard Cessna 172, for instance, weighs about 1,669 pounds without any cargo or passengers. An Airbus A320, on the other hand, weighs … Read More
Monroe Engineering Products announced today that is has completed rebranding Rochester Hills, MI—May 11, 2022— Monroe Engineering Products, a leading manufacturer and distributor of hardware, electrical components, rubber & sealing, and cables & harnesses, has completed an extensive rebranding effort … Read More
Pulley guard pins play an important role in pulley systems. As their name suggests, they are used in conjunction with pulley guards. Pulley guard pins secure pulley guards in place while subsequently shielding the cable. To learn more about pulley … Read More
While the exact number varies, statistics show that there are roughly 100,000 to 130,000 flights globally on any given day. Many of these flights fall under the category of commercial aviation. Others, however, fall under the category of general aviation. … Read More
Jet airliners dominate the commercial aviation industry. They are characterized by a jet engine propulsion system. While some airliners use a propeller-based propulsion system, jet airliners leverage one or more jet engines. They compress and mix air with fuel, after … Read More
Pulley guard pins play an important role in pulley systems. As their name suggests, they are used in conjunction with pulley guards. Pulley guard pins secure pulley guards in place while subsequently shielding the cable. To learn more about pulley … Read More
Choosing the right screw bit is important when using a drill or electric screwdriver to drive screws. Screw bits, of course, are removable tips that fit into the chuck of a drill or electric screwdriver. The tip is shaped to … Read More
Nuts are one of the most commonly used fasteners. They feature internal threads that allow them to mate with the external threads of a bolt. While most nuts have an open top, however, others are closed with a dome-shaped top. … Read More
Airplanes have become quieter over the years. They often feature more aerodynamic bodies, which allows air to flow over them more naturally and with less resistance. They also feature newer engines, such as high-bypass turbofans. Old airplanes, however, often lack … Read More
Fuel-air ratios play an important role in the aviation industry. Whether it’s a small Cessna 172 or a jumbo-sized Airbus A380, most airplanes burn a mixture of fuel and air. They feature engines with fuel feed lines and air intakes. … Read More
Washers play an important role in many fastening applications. Consisting of a metal disc with a hole in the center, they are used to distribute the load of a bolt. Washers essentially distribute the load across a larger area — … Read More
When most people think of tape, they envision traditional cellophane tape. Consisting of transparent cellophane with adhesive on one side, cellophane tape is commonly used in classrooms and offices. In the aviation industry, other types of tape are typically used, … Read More
Airplanes can have hundreds of thousands or even a million individual parts. Some of these parts are well-known, such as the landing gear and control surfaces. Other parts, however, are often overlooked. Magnetic chip detectors fall under the latter category. … Read More
