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Today, various engines exist for aviation purposes, and the choice between each will often come down to the particular role and needs of the aircraft in question. The turboprop engine is a common turbine engine subtype that burns fuel-and-air mixtures to drive propeller assemblies, and they are most commonly found on aircraft models of all sizes. While turboprop engines may vary in their exact design, most feature a similar set of parts and operations which we will discuss briefly in this blog.

The aerospace field is a quickly developing industry with exciting innovations constantly on the rise. New forms of technology make flight systems increasingly complex with each coming year, in turn, leading to ever-evolving trends in the field. As such, this blog will cover some of the biggest recent trends that have gained popularity in the aerospace sector.

The axles of automobiles are paramount to their standard operations, serving as the shafts that the rotating wheels attach to. While one end of an axle shaft is connected to the vehicle’s differential through a sun gear, the other is attached to the wheel itself. In most instances, the axles are affixed to the wheels and rotate around them, though some assemblies will have the wheels rotate on the axles through the use of bearings. In this blog, we will discuss the most common types of axle shafts found on automobiles, allowing you to understand their design and functionality.

At the high altitudes where turbine-powered aircraft typically fly, atmospheric conditions are often poor as the temperature of air is very low. In such conditions, fluids such as water can easily freeze, having the potential of causing various issues for performance and safety. One of the most dangerous types of moisture freezing is when the water within fuel condenses and changes into a solid. When this occurs, ice formations will create obstructions within the fuel tank, fuel filter, and other components, hindering the overall fuel consumption process. As the blockage of fuel is something that any pilot would want to avoid during flight, fuel heaters are extremely important. In this blog, we will discuss the most common ways in which aircraft fuel is kept warm, allowing you to best protect your aircraft during flight operations.

The pitot-static system is a network of pressure-sensitive pipes, sensors, and instruments used to determine an aircraft’s airspeed, altitude, and more. These measurements are displayed on an instrument panel for the pilot to analyze and interpret. Such data is paramount for standard aircraft operations, allowing pilots to safely conduct an aircraft. The system consists of a pitot tube that is typically mounted on the wing of the aircraft. A small hole on the tube allows ram air pressure to enter. There are also two static ports attached to the airplane’s fuselage that are designed to measure ambient air pressure. Other instruments include air data computers, flight data recorders, and cabin pressurization controllers.

Aircraft engines are often subject to major stresses during standard flight operations, taking on a large amount of strain due to the combustion process and the presence of immensely hot exhaust gases. Because of the wear and tear that such assemblies face over time, they regularly need to be inspected to ensure that any issues or damage is remedied before a failure can occur. At certain thresholds of operating hours, intensive inspections must be carried out where the engine is fully disassembled to thoroughly look over each and every component for its health. For the most inaccessible components, a device known as a borescope is commonly used. Featuring a small camera that may be inserted into assemblies for obtaining live images, having an understanding of the basic components that make them up and how they are used can be beneficial for any aerospace engineer.

Used in either air or water, propellers are affixed to many types of vehicles as a means of generating thrust between a fluid and a rotating propeller assembly. Sustaining momentum without putting strain on humans and capable of creating more power than that of a steam-power engine, ship propellers and their revolutionization through decades of research have increased the efficiency of ship performance and travel capabilities. Frequently built attached to a rudder that spins an joined propeller unit, modern marine propellers are often manufactured as rotatable screw propellers that come affixed with helical blades. As there are varying types of propellers for specific applications, we will discuss in detail how marine propellers operate and why their specific design directly correlates to their performance.

Electronic devices and appliances are extremely useful for much of our daily activities, providing us with the means of lighting spaces, operating machinery, communicating with others over distances, entertaining ourselves, and much more. While electrical components and equipment may be advanced and robust in design, they still require regular maintenance and ample protection to maintain their operability and efficiency over time. To help you best protect and maintain the electrical equipment of your space or facility, we will discuss common practices and maintenance procedure that you should be familiar with.

For aircraft to efficiently operate through a range of extreme temperatures, pressures, and humidity, they are held to high standards during their design, construction, and general maintenance. In order to achieve such readiness and reliability, aircraft engines in particular need to be well maintained and protected from heat and lubricant anomalies. To ensure that engine parts are well protected, advanced engine oils and lubricants may be used in order to cool components and mitigate friction. As engine oil is similarly held to high scrutiny for performance, many engine manufacturers will conduct oil analysis as part of engine development and testing.

The process of manufacturing a boat involves many steps including design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and so on. Design, in addition to being the first step, is among the most important. A pivotal aspect of the design process is deciding which material to use for the boat’s hull. In this blog we will discuss the four most commonly used materials for shipbuilding: steel, aluminum, fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP), and polyethylene.