If you’ve ever looked out the window at a major airport, you may notice markings on the runway. While there are different types of runway markings, threshold markings are arguably one of the most important. They help pilots touch down … 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
When shopping for screws, you may come across combination-head screws. They feature a pointed tip and a threaded shank. When driven into an object, the threads or “flutes” will remove material, thereby creating a hole. Combination-head screws, however, are distinguished … Read More
When flying, many passengers assume the atmosphere in the cabin is the same as the atmosphere on the ground. After all, you can breathe normally and there’s really no noticeable difference other than dryness (cabin air has low humidity). Airplane … Read More
If you’ve ever looked out the window at a major airport, you may notice markings on the runway. While there are different types of runway markings, threshold markings are arguably one of the most important. They help pilots touch down … Read More
Ever wonder how much fuel long-haul flights consume? There’s a strong correlation between fuel consumption of an airplane and flight length. The longer the flight length — the distance an airplane flies — the more fuel the airplane will consume. … Read More
Are you familiar with the life cycle of airplanes? At any given time, there are around 15,000 airplanes in the sky. Some of them are small, such as the Cessna 172. Others are large, such as the Airbus A380. Airplanes, … Read More
Flaps are a common feature of airplane wings. Located on the trailing edge, they are used to increase drag and lift. Flaps are hinged surfaces that pilots can control from the cockpit. By default, they are typically retracted so that … Read More
Contrary to common belief, airplanes aren’t designed with stiff and rigid wings; they are designed with flexible wings. When flying at cruising altitude, airplanes are exposed to significant stress. The wings must be able to withstand the stress. Otherwise, the … Read More
When shopping for screws, you may come across combination-head screws. They feature a pointed tip and a threaded shank. When driven into an object, the threads or “flutes” will remove material, thereby creating a hole. Combination-head screws, however, are distinguished … Read More
The A380 and A320 are two of the most iconic jets in the skies. Developed by Airbus, they are used by commercial airlines around the world. While they share the same manufacturer, however, the A380 and A320 are designed for … Read More
From commercial airliners and commuter jets to helicopters and space shuttles, rivets are used extensively in the aerospace industry. They are used to create permanent joints that resist vibrations and tension forces. Traditional threaded fasteners may loosen when exposed to … Read More
Do you know what happens during a stall? Contrary to common belief, it doesn’t involve mechanical failure. While stalls typically result in a loss of altitude, they don’t involve the failure or engines or other mechanical components. To learn more … Read More
