Fasteners are considered an afterthought across the board most of the time. This is a perfect example of why an inexpensive part still needs your time and attention from sourcing to installation.
I recently had the opportunity to carry out a comprehensive Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspection on a fan blade dovetail at GMR Aerotechnic (GAT).The inspection focused on both the concave and convex sides of the blade, ensuring the highest quality standards were met.
#NDT#GAT#FanBladeInspection#Aerospace#NonDestructiveTesting#QualityAssurance#SafetyFirst
To help address the stringent safety standards and fuel efficiency requirements of commercial aircraft, the global aerospace industry depends on DuPont™ Nomex® for its inherent flame resistance, lightweight strength and durability.
See how Nomex® delivers superior performance in aerospace applications—from cabin interiors (floors, walls, ceilings, overhead bins and bulkheads) to aircraft exteriors (spoilers and landing gear doors). http://spr.ly/6042SWEl0#Aircraft#Aviation#Safety#Aerospace
✈ Understanding Fighter Jet Aerodynamics: Why High Turns Can Impact Lift
A fighter jet's ability to maneuver at high speeds is a critical aspect of its performance, but it’s not without its challenges. Recently, I came across a situation where a fighter jet failed to produce sufficient lift due to a high-angle turn. This incident highlights the importance of understanding aerodynamics and operational limitations.
When a jet takes a sharp turn, it increases its angle of attack (AoA)—the angle between the wing's chord line and the airflow. At excessive AoA, airflow over the wings can become disrupted, leading to flow separation and stalling. This reduces lift drastically, compromising the aircraft's ability to maintain altitude or recover from the maneuver.
Such scenarios emphasize the importance of:
1️⃣ Proper training for pilots to handle high-stress maneuvers.
2️⃣ Advanced aerodynamic designs, like vortex generators or thrust vectoring, to counter such effects.
3️⃣ Continuous testing of operational limits to ensure safety during extreme maneuvers.
Fighter jets push the boundaries of physics every day, but understanding these limitations is crucial to avoid dangerous situations.
What are your thoughts on handling such challenges in aircraft design and operations? Share your insights!
#AerospaceEngineering#Aerodynamics#FighterJets#AviationSafety#Defense#aviation#aerospace#geaviation#aeroengine#aircraft#pilot#aeroplane#boeing#space
Missiles that use infrared guidance are often called "heat-seeking" because infrared radiation is strongly emitted by hot objects. Many objects, such as people, vehicle engines, and aircraft, generate and emit heat.
#Science#Technology#Aircraft#Heat#Missiles#Engine#Vehicle#People
Most often, we think about planes lifting us up into the air, but in their manufacturing process, they, too, need a lift! ✈️
That’s why Interface Products helped an aerospace company check that the valves on their aircraft lifting equipment were working properly. Using a 1200 High Capacity Standard Precision LowProfile™ Load Cell between the aircraft testing rig and the lifting jack, Interface determined that the valves were functioning properly. https://bit.ly/3TewQvZ#Aerospace#IntefaceLoadCells#ForceMeasurement#Aircraft#LowProfile#LoadCell#Lifting
EXCITERS
The components you see in the marked area are exciters. The exciter takes input current from the aircraft electrical system, steps up the voltage, and delivers a high voltage output signal through the ignition lead to the igniter.Exciter is a component of the ignition system. The function of the ignition system is to provide an electrical spark to ignite the fuel/air mixture in the cylinders. There are three components of a turbine engine ignition system: the exciter, the ignition lead, and the igniter.
#aviation#aviationphotography#aircraft#aircraftcarrier#aeronautics#aerospace#ArmaanAero
Project Manager
10moIf the thread was left handed and the motor direction remained the same, wouldn't the nut stay tight because of the oscillation?