The electrical system in an aircraft is a complex web of components and circuits that play a vital role in ensuring the safety and functionality of the vessel. This system includes the DC alternator, a pivotal apparatus that supports many flight operations. In this blog, we will explore how DC alternators and their control units benefit aircraft electrical systems, with a focus on piston engine aircraft. Read more >>

Solenoid switches are compact yet powerful devices that play a crucial role in various electrical applications. Despite finding use in numerous industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to manufacturing and healthcare, these types of switches do not receive the recognition they deserve. As such, this article will delve into how they work and where they can be employed. Read more >>

Circuit breakers are assemblies that may be found in a number of buildings and spaces, serving to protect circuits from the harmful effects of electrical overload conditions, faults, and other such issues. Circuit breakers can range in use from one’s personal home to an aircraft, and they are often paramount for safety. In order to provide protection from hazards, circuit breakers break circuit contact connections when current rises above certain levels or a surge occurs. While this is the basic role of circuit breakers, there are specialized types known as smart circuit breakers (SCB) that perform the same roles while having various additional capabilities that can be highly advantageous for more rigorous operations. In this blog, we will discuss how smart circuit breakers differ from other options, and the various benefits that they provide. Read more >>

Winches are common mechanical devices that may be found on the back of a truck or in an industrial setting, and they are used to pull in and let out rope through the use of a spool and hand crank. Despite being designed to be very rigorous and reliable, winches will eventually reach the end of their service life as electrical or mechanical failure occurs. While mechanical failure is a possibility, it is much more unlikely than electrical failure. Contactors and solenoids are two components that may be found within a winch assembly, and both are known for being more vulnerable to failure when faced with stress or damage. In this blog, we will discuss the difference between contactors and solenoids, allowing you to better determine what is needed for your various operations as winches may only take one or the other. Read more >>

Optoelectronics is a subcategory of electronics concerned with light-detecting or light-emitting devices. Optoelectronics are a rapidly developing field of technology that involves using electronic devices for detection, sourcing, and the manipulation of light energy for generating useful results. More than that, optoelectronic devices are transducers, which means that they can convert one form of energy to another, usually electrical energy into light, and vice versa. Read more >>