Google Announces Moon Shot Competition Finalists
Earlier this month, Eugene A. Cernan, retired United States Navy captain and the last astronaut to walk on the moon, died at the age of 82. He left behind a message encouraging the world…
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Boeing Creates New Metal, Stronger than Titanium
Using the right metal is critical when designing and manufacturing aircraft or spacecraft. If the metal is too heavy, it will force the engines to work extra hard during takeoff. But if the metal…
FAA Considers Lifting Ban on Cellphone Usage
If you’ve ever flown on a commercial airliner, you’re probably well aware of the current ban on the use of cellphones during flight. Many airlines request passengers turn off their mobile phones and other…
SpaceX Resumes Commercial Spaceflights
SpaceX has resumed its commercial spaceflight operations, the first in four months since its failed attempt in which its rocket exploded on a launch pad off the coast of Florida. The successful launch came…
Did You Know? How Airplanes are Protected from Lightning
Lightning strikes the Earth approximately 25 million times per year, according to a report published by The Weather Channel. With temperatures reaching up to 1800 degrees Fahrenheit, these strikes can cause serious damage, igniting…
Why Aluminum is Used to Build Airplanes
27% of all aluminum consumed occurs in the transportation industry, according to Aluminum Leader. This chemical element in the boron group is characterized by a silver-white color and soft, ductile texture. While it’s used…
Fast Facts About the F-35
Developed by Lockheed Martin, the F-35 Lightning II is a fifth-generation combat aircraft with an unmatched level of versatility. But while most people have at least heard of the F-35, few know the muscle…
Aerospace Washers
Aerospace Washers Aircraft washers used in airframe repair are either plain, lock, or special type washers. Plain Washers Plain washers (figure 6-11), both the AN960 and AN970, are used under hex nuts. They provide…
Aerospace Rivets
Aerospace Rivets An aircraft, even though made of the best materials and strongest parts, would be of doubtful value unless those parts were firmly held together. Several methods are used to hold metal parts…