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Aeronautics

The branch of science that deals with flight aerodynamics and with the operation of all types of aircraft.

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final monitor aid

Aviation; Aeronautics

A high-resolution color display that is equipped with the controller-alert system hardware/software which is used in the precision runway monitor (PRM) system. The display includes alert algorithms ...

chrome molybdenum steel

Aviation; Aeronautics

A high-strength alloy steel in which chromium and molybdenum are the chief alloying agents. It is easy to machine and weld, and has high strength for its weight. Most welded tubular steel aircraft ...

hard bronze

Aviation; Aeronautics

A high-strength copper alloy made of 88% copper, 7% tin, 3% zinc, and 2% lead.

copperweld

Aviation; Aeronautics

A high-strength electrical conductor made by plating a steel wire with copper. Copperweld is used for high-voltage transmission line, and for certain types of radio antenna where high strength is ...

flathead pin

Aviation; Aeronautics

A high-strength steel pin with a flat head on one end and a hole for a cotter pin on the other end. A flathead pin, called a clevis pin, is used to connect a clevis to an eyebolt or control horn.

tie rod

Aviation; Aeronautics

A high-strength steel rod used to tie parts of a structure together. Tie rods carry only tensile loads.

carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP)

Aviation; Aeronautics

A high-strength, high-stiffness composite material made of carbon fibers encased in a resin matrix.

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