Equipto Electronics new Ka Shield rack enclosure is so named because it offers certified EMI/RFI shielding from the RF range, through the microwave Ka Band. With shielding effectiveness of over 75 dB at 40 GHz, the enclosure has been designed to protect the most sensitive equipment from any signal intrusions or leakage. The Ka Band…
Self-locking inserts handle rugged environments
In space, joint loosening or joint failure is not an option. That is why NASA engineers choose Spiralock key inserts to fasten various parts of the main engines of the Space Shuttle, the Saturn Cassini orbiter and Titan Huygens probe. The self-locking internal thread form design resists self-loosening when exposed to harsh environments involving significant…
DE-STA-CO to Introduce New Aerospace Assembly Clamps
DE-STA-CO will introduce a new line of workholding clamps at the AeroDef Manufacturing Summit and Exposition in Long Beach, Calif., next month. The clamps are designed specifically for fuselage, wing assembly and drilling fixtures. “Because DE-STA-CO is committed to creating solutions tailored to our customers’ needs, each of our new clamps can be modified to…
Lee Spring HEFTY Die Springs
Lee Spring has expanded their HEFTY™ Die Spring product range to include longer free lengths up to 12”. These round wire springs are ideal for applications beyond those of traditional die springs and are well suited for any high stress, heavy load applications such as aircraft mechanisms, farm machinery, industrial equipment, brakes and clutches. HEFTY…
Freudenberg-NOK on Board the Bombardier CSeries Aircraft First Flight
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies Simrit (Freudenberg-NOK) is proud to have been on board the Bombardier* CSeries* aircraft as it completed its first flight. Freudenberg-NOK supplied various sealing components to the aircraft’s airframe and engine system. From the airframe to the engine propulsion systems, Bombardier’s CSeries aircraft represents some of the most advanced technology and we’re honored…
Modern Mechanical Carbon Materials for Aircraft Seal Applications
Oil-free, self-lubricating mechanical carbon materials possess a combination of characteristics that make them suitable for use in both commercial and military aircraft seal applications. The materials are self-lubricating, self-polishing, and dimensionally stable, which insures a good sealing mate. They are heat resistant and have a high thermal conductivity, which helps conduct frictional heat away from…
New Low-Tack Adhesive Option for GORETM SKYFLEXTM
W. L. Gore & Associates has expanded its line of GORE™ SKYFLEX™ Aerospace Materials for sealing applications with the addition of low-tack adhesives to facilitate easier readjustment of sealants in difficult, complex structures during installation. Shortly after installation, the adhesive strengthens so the sealants withstand mechanical stress and maintain their protective performance for multiple open/close…
Fastening Clamp is Smaller, More Forceful, Economical
Edited by Paul J. Heney, Editorial Director Creative thinking in the field of kinetics has led to the development of a new fastening clamp. It is well suited to applications involving assembly, verification, handling—and welding in a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive and automation. The fastening clamp line, offered by J.W. Winco Inc., has…
Low-Tack Adhesive Option for GORE SKYFLEX Aerospace Materials
W. L. Gore & Associates has expanded its line of GORE SKYFLEX Aerospace Materials for sealing applications with the addition of low-tack adhesives to facilitate easier readjustment of sealants in difficult, complex structures during installation. Shortly after installation, the adhesive strengthens so the sealants withstand mechanical stress and maintain their protective performance for multiple open/close cycles…
Simrit Gives Airbus A350 XWB a Lift with Aerospace Seals
As the Airbus A350 XWB (Xtra Wide-Body) aircraft completed its flyover at the Paris Air Show last week, Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies Simrit contributed essential components to the commercial aircraft. Freudenberg-NOK worked with a key manufacturer of high-lift systems to support the new A350 XWB aircraft. The A350 XWB aircraft utilizes a mechanical high-lift system to effectively and efficiently assist…