A torque converter is a type of fluid coupling that transfer’s power from the engine to the transmission. Torque converters rely on fluid hydrodynamics to allow the engine to spin independently of the transmission. When the engine is idling, as it does when you are at a stop light, the amount of torque present in the converter is miniscule. However, there is still enough torque to necessitate pressure on the brake pedal in order to prevent the car from creeping forward. When you release the brake and press on the gas, the engine speeds up and pumps more fluid into the torque converter, resulting in more power (in the form of torque) being sent to the wheels. Read more >>

An airplane fairing is any structure on an aircraft with the primary purpose of producing a smooth exterior and reducing drag. These structures serve as covers for gaps and spaces between parts of an aircraft, helping to reduce form drag, interference drag, and improve the aircraft cosmetically. Fairings are found on the fuselage, cockpit, elevator, stabilizers, cowlings, rudder, landing gear, wings, and more. As they perform an important function on so many parts of an aircraft, it’s no surprise that fairings are in high demand. This blog will analyze how the fairings market performed in 2019 and provide some insight into what the next five years might hold. Read more >>

When working with companies that do business with the US government, one may notice that they always have a CAGE code. A CAGE code, or Commercial and Government Entity code, is a special identifier that is assigned to businesses by the Department of Defense’s Defense Logistics Agency. These codes serve as a way to identify which companies are allowed to do business and accept contracts from the federal government. Read more >>

On a standard aircraft, there are many types of antenna that may be located on the belly of the fuselage, the nacelle, or other various areas. Each have different functionalities as well, whether they are for communication or GPS locating. Nevertheless, antennas are very important for the optimal functionality of aircraft, and as their uses grow, so do their demand. Read more >>

Understanding the functions of an aircraft’s various control surfaces is one of the most important parts of being a pilot. Each surface affects the aircraft’s aerodynamic profile in different ways, and how they work and when to use them are the most important things a pilot can know. This includes the flaps mounted on the wings, which are vital for take-off and landing procedures. Read more >>