Ever wonder how airplanes prevent ice from building up on propeller blades? When flying at 30,000 feet above sea level, airplanes are exposed to very cold air — typically about minus 40 to minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit. At these temperatures, … 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
Choosing screws made of the right material is important when fastening aluminum panels. While they all feature a partially or fully threaded shank, screws are available in different materials. Some of them are made of stainless steel. Other screws are … 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
Choosing screws made of the right material is important when fastening aluminum panels. While they all feature a partially or fully threaded shank, screws are available in different materials. Some of them are made of stainless steel. Other screws are … Read More
Ever wonder how airplanes prevent ice from building up on propeller blades? When flying at 30,000 feet above sea level, airplanes are exposed to very cold air — typically about minus 40 to minus 70 degrees Fahrenheit. At these temperatures, … Read More
When inspecting the wings of an airplane, you may notice they have hinge-like flaps on the trailing edge. Known as ailerons, they play an important role in modern aviation. Ailerons allow pilots to “roll” airplanes, thereby banking the aircraft to … Read More
Heat shrink tubing is commonly used in aircraft electrical systems. From the cockpit and cabin to the landing gear and hydraulic bays, many parts of an airplane have electrical systems. They feature an array of wires that transmit and receive … Read More
Ever wonder why turboprops need oil? As gas turbine engines, turboprops don’t have cylinders. Cylinders are exclusive to reciprocating or piston engines. Even without cylinders, though, turboprops still require oil to function as intended. Lubrication One of the main functions … Read More
Pilots and airlines must carefully calculate fuel usage for flights. With the exception of fully electric airplanes, which are mostly still in development, all airplanes burn fuel. A typical Boeing 747, for instance, burns roughly 5,000 to 12,000 gallons of … Read More
Fire protection is a critical part of aircraft engineering. Among the many components that protect airplanes and other types of aircraft from fire hazards are fire sleeves. Consisting of hollow tubes or “sleeves” made of fire-resistant materials, they shield hoses, … Read More
Turbofans are one of the most common types of aircraft engines. They are characterized by the use of a ducted fan to blow air around the combination chamber. Upon entering a turbofan, some of the air will enter the combustion … Read More
Rivets play an important role in the aerospace industry. These heavy-duty fasteners are used to create permanent joints in airplanes and other types of aircraft. A typical Boeing 737, for instance, has roughly 200,000 rivets. When shopping for aerospace rivets, … Read More
