The altitude at which an airplane flies will affect its flight characteristics. At high altitudes, they typically experience better fuel efficiency. The air is less dense at high altitudes, so airplanes generate less drag. At low altitudes, conversely, the dense … 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
Disconnecting and reconnecting pipes can be laborious. Assuming the pipes use permanent fittings, you may have to cut them. An alternative to permanent fittings, however, is pipe unions. Pipe unions eliminate the need for cutting while allowing pipes to be … Read More
Reducer fittings offer a simple and effective way to connect two pipes of different diameters. As their name suggests, they “reduce” the diameter of the pipes. With a reducer fitting, you can connect one pipe to another pipe with a … Read More
Disconnecting and reconnecting pipes can be laborious. Assuming the pipes use permanent fittings, you may have to cut them. An alternative to permanent fittings, however, is pipe unions. Pipe unions eliminate the need for cutting while allowing pipes to be … Read More
The altitude at which an airplane flies will affect its flight characteristics. At high altitudes, they typically experience better fuel efficiency. The air is less dense at high altitudes, so airplanes generate less drag. At low altitudes, conversely, the dense … Read More
If you’re planning to use an anchor nut, you’ll need to choose the right type. Also known as plate nuts, anchor nuts support blind fastener installations. They allow threaded fasteners to be installed, as well as removed, from a single … Read More
Bleeder plugs offer a simple and effective way to deal with trapped air or excess fluid in sealed systems. While they look like ordinary threaded caps, bleeder plugs follow a strict design. You can even find them in aerospace standards, … Read More
Reducer fittings offer a simple and effective way to connect two pipes of different diameters. As their name suggests, they “reduce” the diameter of the pipes. With a reducer fitting, you can connect one pipe to another pipe with a … Read More
Landing gear assemblies consist of more than wheels and struts; many of them feature shimmy dampers as well. They are typically found on airplanes with tricycle-style landing gear where they prevent wheel oscillation. Here’s everything you need to know about … Read More
When researching components for pressurized aircraft systems, you may come across air valves. They are found in nearly all modern airplanes. Pressurized systems, such as oleo-pneumatic struts, use air valves to regulate their pressure. For a better understanding of air … Read More
Sensors play an important role in modern aviation. A typical airplane has hundreds or even thousands of sensors, each of which collects valuable data. Among these sensors are total air temperature probes. The Basics of Total Air Temperature Probes Total … Read More
They may be small in size, but fasteners play a big role in aerospace engineering. They are used to mechanically hold two or more parts together. Temporary fasteners include bolts, screws and nuts, whereas permanent fasteners include rivets, staples and … Read More
