It’s a common misconception that jam nuts and hex nuts are the same. They feature a similar shape, and they are available in similar materials. Because of their similarities, many people assume that they are the same. Jam nuts and … Continue reading
Rochester Hills, MI— June 14, 2022–OneMonroe, a leading manufacturer and distributor of hardware, electrical components, rubber & sealing, and cables & harnesses, is pleased to announce that it will be moving from its current location to 25651 Fort Meigs – … Continue reading
O-rings are an important part of jet engines. Also known as toric joints, they are elastomeric mechanical seals in the shape of a ring. Like with other seals, O-rings prevent leaks from occurring. They will compress the mating surface of … Continue reading
When most people think of washers, they envision flat disc-shaped fasteners with a hole in the center. All washers do, in fact, have a hole in the center. With a hole in the center, you can use them in conjunction … Continue reading
The S-duct is a common type of intake for jet engines. All jet engines require an intake Also known as an inlet, it’s responsible for capturing and slowing down air prior to the air entering the engine’s combustion chamber. While … Continue reading
Not all drill bits are solid. You may discover that some of them have a narrow hole running through the center of them. To the unsuspecting eye, they look like most other drill bits. If you look at the top … Continue reading
Landing gear systems consist of more than just wheels; they typically require shock absorbers as well. Shock absorbers are designed to absorb and dampen the force to which landing gear systems are exposed during takeoffs and landings. While there are … Continue reading
When shopping for aerospace tools, you may come across camloc pliers. They are handheld, manually operated pliers. Like all pliers, camloc pliers feature jaws. Squeezing the handle will force the jaws to close. What are camloc pliers exactly? Overview of … Continue reading
Many airplanes feature a ram air turbine. It’s a source of emergency power. When flying, airplanes will use an engine-driven generator or alternator as their primary source of power. For emergency power, though, they may use a ram air turbine. … Continue reading