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We’ve discussed aviation lighting when it comes to commercial flight, but what we have not yet gone over are the lighting signals that can be found on helicopters. While a red and green light on a plane might mean one thing, it can signify something totally different on a helicopter. Read on below for more information on the lighting that can be found on helicopters. 

Aircraft deicing is somewhat similar to how one might deice the windows of a car before driving. In concept they are the same, but in practice is where you start to see the differences. To understand those differences, it’s best to first establish what aircraft deicing is and why the need for aircraft deicing systems parts is so important. Aircraft deicing is a procedure involving the heating and applying of deicing fluid onto the aircraft windows and wings. The need is important because this procedures allows for the safe removal of ice or snow that has been frozen onto the aircraft and, if not removed, could compromise the safety of its next flight. 

As electricity has become an integral part of our modern society, managing and distributing it safely is extremely important. If left unprotected or uncontrolled, electricity can be dangerous and damaging to structures and people. With these posed risks, securing and handling electricity correctly is critical. From the distribution system to each outlet in a house, there are a variety of safety devices and mechanisms in place for protection. Switchgears< are a very important safety mechanism that hold features that can benefit a wide variety of applications.

Motor soft starters allow an engine motor to start in low voltage conditions which allow for reverse control operations or multiple speed capabilities; this offers protection from overload faults and over currents. Normal motor starters(direct-on-line technologies or DOL) apply full current, voltage and torque immediately to the motor upon ignition. This basic form of motor starting increases stress on the shaft, motor and electrodynamic stress on the power cables and overall the entire electrical distribution network itself. The importance of a soft starter is to manage this voltage and in doing so protect the longevity of the electrical network and prolong electrical stability and quality. 

When moving into a new residence or building for business, having a sufficient understanding of the installed electrical system can be very beneficial for when problems and issues arise. When needing to conduct repairs, reset breakers after a trip, or respond to any complication, familiarity with the circuit breaker is a crucial first step. This is due to the fact that the circuit breaker is what controls the electricity of different parts of your building. In this article, we will discuss how to properly chart out your building’s electrical system so as to organize and respond to any complication.

Like most aviation parts,electrical connectors vary greatly depending on their intended applications. Choosing the right one will ensure that your electrical systems will function efficiently and reliably, without needing frequent repairs. Here are eight factors to consider when purchasing electrical connectors.

There’s an ironic tidbit surrounding beacons, in that they are designed to be loudly bright and alerting, but often times go unnoticed by the average person. But for those to whom the beacons are meant, such as pilots, air traffic runway guiders, marine vessels coming into a harbor, and others, these beacons do stand out with a meaning significant to each one of them.

Aircraft that operate in weather conditions where ice is likely to form must be provided with ice protection technology. This protection may be in the form of anti-icing systems, or deicing systems. An anti-icing system prevents the formation of ice on the airplane, while a de-icing system removes ice that has already formed. In this blog we will focus on deicing boots and TKS fluid systems.  

Alarm systems onboard modern marine vessels are designed to help the ship’s crew handle or avoid an emergency as quickly and efficiently as possible. Emergency alarms are both audible and visual, to ensure that a person can at least listen to an audible alarm when working in an area where a visual alarm is not possible, and vice versa. Alarms are also standardized based on international agreements, so that no matter what the vessel is or what flag it sails under, the alarms will be the same. This blog will break down some of the most common types of alarms, and what emergencies they react to.

Unmanned Vehicles are similar to cars yet getting a license for a car is far harder than obtaining a license for a drone. Because of their multiple forms and uses, the FAA has set out a strict set of guidelines that drone fliers have to comply with.