Given its strength, you may assume that steel is one of the most common materials used in the construction of airplanes. Depending on the type, it can have a tensile strength of over 150,000 pounds per square inch (PSI), making … 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
Spring clamps have become a popular alternative to screw or “worm gear” clamps. Like all clamps, they provide a clamping mechanism that applies pressure on an object. Fluid hoses, for instance, often require one or more clamps to prevent leaks. … Read More
The wings are an important part of airplanes. Whether it’s a small Cessna or a 172 or a jumbo-sized Airbus A320, most airplanes have two wings. They originate from around the middle of the fuselage and extend outward. Even if … Read More
Given its strength, you may assume that steel is one of the most common materials used in the construction of airplanes. Depending on the type, it can have a tensile strength of over 150,000 pounds per square inch (PSI), making … Read More
The turboprop is a common type of aircraft engine. Not to be confused with turbofans, it features an air intake, compressor, combustion chamber and propeller. Air from outside the aircraft enters the turbofan via the air intake. The compressor will … Read More
Spring clamps have become a popular alternative to screw or “worm gear” clamps. Like all clamps, they provide a clamping mechanism that applies pressure on an object. Fluid hoses, for instance, often require one or more clamps to prevent leaks. … Read More
Ever wonder how jet engines are initially started? Some airplanes are equipped with an auxiliary power unit. Consisting of a separate battery-powered turbine engine, the auxiliary power unit provides the air and electricity needed to start an airplane’s jet engines. … Read More
Blind rivets offer a convenient fastening solution for aerospace parts. Like all rivets, they are designed to permanently secure multiple objects together. They are mechanical fasteners that, when installed, hold objects together. Blind rivets, however, only require access to one … Read More
Do you know the difference between Visual Flight Rules (VFR) and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)? In the past, pilots often relied on VFR. Thanks to modern advancements in aviation, however, many pilots now use IFR. For a better understanding of … Read More
When researching aviation terms, you may encounter payload. It plays an important role in the safety, fuel efficiency and performance of modern airplanes. Regardless of size, all airplanes have a payload. Pilots and engineers must closely monitor the airplane’s payload … Read More
The advent of the autothrottle has transformed the aviation industry. It allows pilots to easily fine-tune the airplane’s engine power so that they can focus on other in-flight tasks. Prior to its invention, pilots relied on more complex and laborious … Read More
Winglets are a common feature of commercial airliners. Most commercial airliners don’t have straight wings. If you’ve ever looked out the window while flying, you may recall seeing the tips of the wings curving upward. Known as winglets, these curved … Read More
