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DAQ system helps develop motor for aerospace application

DAQ system helps develop motor for aerospace application

During the development of its latest aerospace motor, General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (General Atomics) was faced with the challenge of overcoming common issues, while developing a prototype motor. One of these was electromagnetic noise on signals.

Materials: What is the way forward?

Materials: What is the way forward?

Materials science will become the premier discipline for the next 25 years, says Roger Haw, Managing Director of Sheffield-based Flame Hardeners Ltd.

Balancing comfort and emissions in aviation

Balancing comfort and emissions in aviation

Despite being hit hard by the pandemic, the aviation industry is finally starting to recover. While customers expect more and more comfort features on their flights, the aviation industry must also address its emissions problem. Here, Dave Walsha, Sales Manager at EMS, explores how electric motors can reduce aircraft fuel consumption, while still providing luxury.

Unsung heroes: Why the UK needs engineers

Unsung heroes: Why the UK needs engineers

Happy New Year! Traditionally, January is the time of year when people come up with resolutions, reflecting on what they can do better, ways they can improve their lives, and promising that, this year – no, really, this year – they’re finally going to start going to the gym…But I think it’s also important to take a step back and appreciate what we have already achieved.

Commissioning motors for reliable and efficient service

Commissioning motors for reliable and efficient service

Careful installation of motors will help ensure their efficient and reliable operation, minimising the potential for costly downtime or sub-standard operation. Karl Metcalfe, Technical Support at the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT), outlines key steps that should be taken when commissioning motors that have been in storage or removed for repair.

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