Many people are surprised to learn that gaskets are available in metal materials. Some gaskets, of course, are made of an elastic synthetic material like rubber, but others are made of metal. These metal gaskets serve the same purpose of … Continue reading →

Clevis fasteners are used in many different industries, some of which include construction, agriculture, marine and manufacturing. Also known simply as a clevis, a clevis fastener is a multi-part fastening system. Among other things, it features a clevis pin. If … Continue reading →

It’s a common myth that the air inside of airplane cabins is dirty. When flying aboard a commercial airplane, you’ll typically breathe in a mixture of about half fresh air and half fresh air. Commercial airplanes are equipped with air … Continue reading →

To say airplanes have a lot of parts would be an understatement. When accounting for everything from landing wheel bearings and wheels to wires and fasteners, many airplanes have millions of parts. Some of these parts, however, are more important … Continue reading →

Precision matters when drilling into workpieces. Regardless of the material from which the workpiece is made, you’ll need to ensure the hole is drilled in the right area. A drill jig, however, offers a solution. You can use a drill … Continue reading →

Not all airplanes have plain, smooth leading edges. Whether it’s a commercial jet or a small private airliner, many of them feature leading edge extensions. What are leading edge extensions exactly, and how do they work in airplanes? What Are … Continue reading →

Rivets are one of the most common types of fasteners used in the production of airplanes. They are designed to permanently join multiple parts. You can find rivets on the fuselage, wings, tail, nose and other places of a typical … Continue reading →

The advent of autopilot systems has revolutionized the way in which pilots control airplanes. Autopilot systems are computer systems that, as you may know, are designed to automatically control airplanes. While autopilot sounds self-explanatory, though, there are several common myths … Continue reading →

Have you heard of grease fittings? They are commonly used on aircraft bearings. Bearings can wear down over time. As they restrict or constrain the motion of the parts with which they are used, bearings will be exposed to friction. … Continue reading →