Whether powering systems that manage flight control or supporting auxiliary systems to ensure passenger comfort, pumps are indispensable in modern aviation. They contribute to numerous functions that are often taken for granted, moving fluids, gasses, or air reliably and efficiently for operations. In this blog, we will explore the role of pumps in aviation, discussing their purposes, the various types employed, and their specific applications in the field.

Cover fasteners are essential in various applications, from securing tarps on trucks to fastening covers on boats, furniture, and machinery. Choosing the best cover fastener may seem like a simple task, but it requires careful consideration of several factors to ensure functionality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. In this blog, we will discuss how to choose the best cover fastener for your distinct needs, providing insights and tips to help you make an informed decision.

A coil spring is an essential component in engineering and mechanics, widely used across various industries, including automobiles and manufacturing. These versatile springs are valued for their ability to store and release mechanical energy efficiently. In this blog, we will provide a brief overview of coil springs, exploring their design, functionality, and numerous applications.

Precision and reliability are paramount in the aviation industry, and aircraft engines and their related components must function flawlessly to ensure passenger safety and operational efficiency. Central to the performance of these intricate machines are the bearings that support their rotating parts. With this in mind, two common types of bearings used in aircraft are roller bearings and ball bearings. In this blog, we will explore the advantages and disadvantages of these bearing types, helping you understand which is better suited for aircraft applications.

For those unfamiliar with the inner workings of aircraft engines, the carburetor plays a crucial role in ensuring the proper fuel-air mixture is created for efficient combustion. In this blog, we will explore how aircraft carburetors work, with a specific focus on the manual mixture control variation. By understanding how this system works, pilots can optimize engine performance and fuel efficiency during flight.

Bearings are hardware components found in a wide variety of settings and assemblies, generally performing the roles of facilitating motion, constraining movement, and reducing friction that occurs between moving parts. To accommodate diverse needs where factors such as loads, surface types, and other variations may exist, a number of bearings have been designed over the years. One common form of bearing is the flange bearing, a hardware component that is mounted within a cast iron flange.

Particularly during winter months, de-icing and anti-icing equipment are vital to proper aircraft operation. However, temperatures at higher altitudes drop significantly regardless of the season, so there is reason to exercise caution year-round. The type of equipment used depends on the particular aircraft in question, but as a general rule, turbine aircraft are better prepared for icing conditions than jets. The presence of ice on the outside of an aircraft can pose a danger to the vehicle, as ice causes it to be prone to a loss of lift and stalls while moving at faster airspeeds. Anti-icing is preventative, keeping the ice from forming in the first place. De-icing equipment, on the other hand, removes ice that is already accumulated on the outside of the aircraft. The majority of piston aircraft feature one of these two systems, while turbine aircraft often feature anti-icing and de-icing equipment.

In the realm of aviation, the terms “fuselage” and “airframe” are often conflated with one another while describing the body of a typical aircraft. While the two terms are somewhat similar in their scope, they are not interchangeable. As such, it is important for anyone invested in the world of aviation to have a general understanding of how the two are set apart from one another. 

Aircraft require a variety of materials for assembly, some being specific to the aerospace and aviation industries and others being commonplace. Interestingly, aluminum materials comprise 75% to 80% of an aircraft’s structure. Since the first days of flight, aluminum has remained the most prevalently used materials in the construction of aircraft. With its ideal balance of being both strong and lightweight. Depending on the width of aluminum, it will have different properties; as such, both thicker and thinner aluminum materials are required for the construction of an aircraft. This is why the aluminum used in aircraft manufacturing is organized into one of two separate categories; thicker aluminum is classified as an aluminum sheet, while thinner aluminum is classified as an aluminum plate. For your better knowledge, this blog will further explore the specific differences between aluminum plates versus aluminum sheets.

Have you ever sat in an airplane and wondered where all the power comes from? So many of the components onboard are electric, from the reading lights to display screens in the cockpit. It is relatively simple to see how those enormous jet-fueled turbine engines produce thrust but the same power and hot air that is produced by these engines are also used to power many onboard systems including the hydraulics, pressurization, de-icing, and electrical systems. In this article, we will discuss how electricity is used in aircraft as well as what systems have been designed to generate it.