Aerospace Engineering

Fuel consumption is a concern for long-haul flights. Some flights only last about a half-hour. Others, however, last for up to 12 hours. Known as long-haul flights, they require more fuel than shorter flights. There are ways for airplanes to … Read More

When shopping for electrical connectors, you may come across commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) connectors. They are versatile, cost-effective connectors that are used in a variety of industries, including the aerospace industry. What are COTS connectors exactly, and how do they work? … Read More

Tailplanes play an important role in modern-day aviation. Also known as horizontal stabilizers, they are lifting surfaces located on the tail of an airplane. Airplanes, of course, rely on more than just their wings to generate lift; they feature other … Read More

Not all jet engines are the same. There are over a half-dozen different types of jet engines, some of which include turboprop, ramjet, pulsejet and turbojet. Turbojet is one of the oldest types of jet engines. Turbojet engines are highly … Read More

Airplanes must adhere to strict maintenance and servicing schedules. According to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), U.S.-based airlines carried over 800 million passengers in 2022. To ensure a safe flying experience, airlines must follow a maintenance and servicing … Read More

Airplanes today can fly longer than their predecessors in the past. There are commercial jets, for instance, that can fly up to 9,000 nautical miles — sometimes even farther. The airplane with the longest range is the Airbus A350 XWB. … Read More

Not all gaskets are made of an elastomer material; some of them are made of metal. There are metal gaskets used in automotive engines as well as aircraft. Like all gaskets, they are designed to protect against leaks. They seal … Read More

Not all airplanes have flat, straight wings. On the contrary, many of them have wingtip devices to reduce drag. Wingtip devices are aerodynamic surfaces located at the end of the wings. They typically feature a curved shape, which helps to … Read More

When shopping for rivets, you may come across oscar rivets. They are commonly used in the aerospace industry. Like other rivets, oscar rivets are permanently fasteners. Once installed, they will continue to hold together the parts with which they are … Read More