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Analysis of Flow through Main Engine Control Unit (MECU) of a New Aircraft Fuel Control System under Various Aircraft Acceleration
Abstract: A fuel control system is being designed and developed for a new aero engine of afighter aircraft. But existing facility doesn’t support the full operational testing of theindividual components of aircraft fuel control system under various aircraft accelerationconditions.In this paper theoretical analysis has been done to check the flow distribution ofone of the basic systems i.e. Main Engine Control Unit (MECU) under various aircraftaccelerations. It has been observed that, in …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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An Alternate Aircraft Propulsion Technique
Abstract: The underlying paper presents the use of lasers in aircraft engines for combustion. The proposed theoretical model of an aircraft engine uses laser as a source to ignite fuel and thereby imparting propulsive power to the aircraft. Lasers being a promising source of energy provide an option of complete and uniform heating of the air-fuel mixture which ensure complete and clean combustion of fuel. Main emphasis for conceptualization of this …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 24–27 Read article
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Precise Numerical Calculation of the Bond Number of a Fluid Drop and of the Surface Tension Coefficient at the Fluid-Gas Interface
Abstract: Precise calculation of the Bond number of a fluid drop and the surface tension coefficient at the fluid-gas interface plays an important role in modeling of the behavior of fluids in aircraft fuel tanks during overloads resulting from flight and the behavior of fluids in power supply and life support systems of spacecraft and space stations. The existing methods of calculation of the Bond number of a fluid drop and …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Advanced Fuel Flow Measurement in Aero Engine Using Microcontroller
Abstract: AbstractThe amount of fuel that must flow in an aircraft engine is an important parameter that must be considered while designing the fuel control unit in an aircraft engine. The amount of fuel supplied must be optimised as per the speed requirement of aircraft. The basic aim of this project is to solve the major problem of measurement of fuel flow rate in an aero engine. This project fulfils the …
Published in Journal of Operating Systems Development & Trends · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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A Critical Review on Carbon Fiber Reinforcement in Various Applications
Abstract: Carbon fiber, celebrated for its outstanding mechanical properties and impressive strength-to-weight ratio, has become a critical material in various industries. This review journal, An In-Depth Study of Carbon Fiber Reinforcement in Diverse Applications, delves into the recent advancements and innovations in carbon fiber technology. The exploration includes its integration into aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, sports equipment, and renewable energy sectors. The aerospace industry leverages carbon fiber for constructing lightweight, fuel-efficient …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 490–502 Read article
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Purification of Liquid Fuel and Special Liquids from Solid Harmful Inclusions and Concentration of Chlorella in Conditions of the Acceleration of Gravity Decrease and Weightlessness
Abstract: Purification of liquid fuel and special liquids from solid harmful inclusions in aircrafts and spacecraft under conditions of reduced acceleration of gravity and weightlessness is a very important, and also a critical task for an aircraft or rocket engine and life support systems of astronaut crews. An equally important role is played by the concentration of Chlorella from its nutrient medium during space flight to add this concentrate to the …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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Evaluating Inflight Ice Protection Methods for Applications on Next Generation Aircraft
Abstract: This paper reviews the current aircraft ice protection methods with a view to gaining insight into their capabilities and limitations for applications on next generation aircraft. The next generation airframe systems are likely to be powered electrically through an intelligent electronic control and management system. There is therefore the need to take advantage of the current advancement in digital control and use of electricity as a means of powering essential …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Performance Analysis of GLARE Composites in Aerospace Engineering
Abstract: The fuel consumption of an aircraft is largely governed by its payload, which emphasizes the continuous demand for advanced lightweight structural materials to enhance the lift-to-weight ratio and improve overall fuel efficiency. Fiber Metal Laminates (FMLs) have emerged as a novel class of hybrid materials that combine alternating layers of thin metals with fiber-reinforced polymer composites, thereby offering mechanical properties superior to those of the individual constituents. Among the different …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 771–779 Read article
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Innovative Applications of Smart Materials in Aviation: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Smart materials are transforming the aviation industry by offering innovative solutions that enhance performance, safety, and sustainability. The use of smart materials can enhance the efficiency, safety, and longevity of aerospace structures by sensing, responding, and adjusting to environmental changes in real time. The objective of this review is to examine how smart materials can be used in aviation, especially in the field of sensor networks, control systems, and structural …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 114–132 Read article
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Synthesis and formability of Al/(Fe-Mn) particulate compositeusing stir casting
Abstract: Demand for lightweight and fuel economy by automotive and aircraft industries focuses to explore different materials. Alloys and composites developed with same objective to obtain superior desired mechanical properties compatible for such intended applications. However, alloy consider as solid solutions with metallic properties and cannot mix with primary major element in random proportions. This forced researcher community to develop composites, which are heterogeneous solid solutions or multi-phase materials comprising matrix …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 80–88 Read article
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A Report on Numerical Investigation of Wings: with and without Telescopic Wing
Abstract: The telescopic wing has generated lots of interest in telescopic wing weight, geometry, complexity, structure, retractable/extendable mechanisms and aerodynamic performance etc. The problem is to develop telescopic wing for Piper PA-28 Cherokee is a one of the light aircraft built by Piper aircraft and designed for flight training, air taxi, and personal use. The key design parameters for the telescopic wing aircraft as mentioned are lift force generated (lift coefficient) …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Air Flow Analysis in Sensor-Based Aircraft Wings Design
Abstract: Airflow analysis, at its core, is an application of fluid mechanics principles to the specific study of air movement. Airflow analysis plays a crucial role in diverse fields, impacting everything from the comfort of our homes to the efficiency of jet engines. The pursuit of more efficient, safer, and more responsive aircraft wings is a constant driver of innovation in the aerospace industry. The quest for more efficient, safer, and …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 29–39 Read article
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Conceptual Design and Validation of Working of the Wing Morphing Mechanism Using Bellows
Abstract: The research on creating a smooth seamless wing which can literally morph its shape in mid-flight like birds has been in progress for many years. Such a wing will greatly enhance the flying capabilities of a normal aircraft. The wing can be morphed at different speeds to increase greater fuel efficiency. Our new design tends to create such a design without interfering with structural integrity of the wing. Keywords: Morphing …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Stable control of the motion of gas bubbles dissolved in a vibrating fluid in microgravity conditions
Abstract: Previous theoretical and experimental studies of the effect of vibration on gas bubbles, dissolved in a fluid, permitted to establish the localization and stable position of a “swarm” of gas bubbles at a certain level of fluid in the vessel corresponding to a certain frequency and vibration acceleration, aswell as to the volume of a swarm of gas bubbles. The control of a “swarm“ of gas bubbles in a fluid …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 34–44 Read article
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Solving Problems Arising during the Monocrystals Growth in Microgravity Using Controlled Vibration
Abstract: Earlier studies of the vibration effect on a vessel with a fluid with gas bubbles dissolved in it permitted to establish the localization and stable position of the "swarm" of gas bubbles at a certain level of fluid in the vessel, corresponding to a certain frequency and vibration acceleration, as well as the volume of the "swarm" of gas bubbles. Controlling the "swarm" of gas bubbles in a fluid by …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 25–40 Read article
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Influence of Tib2 Wt. % on the Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of In-Situ Processed Stir-Cast Metal Matrix Composite of Al-6061
Abstract: Currently, there is an increasing trend in the automotive and aerospace industries towards the adoption of lighter and stronger materials to reduce weight and enhance fuel efficiency. Metal matrix composites must be developed in order to increase the overall performance of automobiles and aircraft as a result of this transition. Among the various composite materials employed, Aluminium Matrix Composites (AMCs) are frequently utilised to meet stringent industrial requirements. The purpose …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 655–661 Read article
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The Theoretical and Experimental Study of the Behavior of Gas Bubbles in the Effects of Vibration in the Conditions of Impact of Aircraft’s Overloads and Weightlessness
Abstract: The study of the dynamic behavior of gas bubbles in the fluid and the control by the gas phase in the conditions, close to weightlessness, using the different types of the vibration are important for solving the number of the technological problems, connected to the needs of space technology (degassing special fluids and fuel). The task of the theoretical description of vibration impact on the air bubbles in the fluid …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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Numerical Analysis of NACA Airfoil 0012 at Different Attack Angles and Obtaining its Aerodynamic Coefficients
Abstract: Aircraft post-flight reduction is one of the most important research topics, since post-reduction is effective in all parameters of bird performance, such as maximum speed, fast acceleration, shortening the runway required, high maneuverability, and reduced fuel consumption. Therefore, it is important to examine how the force applied to the airfoil changes in different streams from an industrial point of view. In this study, NACA(National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics) Airfoil 0012 …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Analysis of hyperloop transportation system using electromagnetism
Abstract: In this paper, we consider the feature of (Hyperloop technology) revolutionary transportation technology. The new technology of transportation, which travel in Vacuum fully.A high-speed train that promises travel at twice the speed of commercial aircraft transport. A Hyperloop transportation system would be “an elevated, reduced-pressure tube that contains pressurized capsule driven with in the tube by a number of linear electric motor’’. This system can achieve an average speed of …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Predicting Elastic and Plastic Stress Concentration Factor using Notch Strength Analysis
Abstract: Structural sizing is getting more sophisticated as weight and cost of any structure is important. Weight optimization is a key player in enhancing business revenues and reducing fuel consumption for a greener planet. Thus, millennial designers attempt to develop weight optimized structures, while meeting structural stiffness, strength and integrity, and safety requirements as specified by international certification agencies. This can be achieved by innovative analyses approaches, which predict realistic factor …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–14 Read article