Airmaster Propellers are a technology based company specialising in the manufacture of high performance propeller systems. We use modern design, analysis, manufacturing and testing tools to ensure that Airmaster propellers are light, strong and give high performance.
Design
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Conceptual Design (Solidworks design suite)
All of the parts are modelled using computer aided
design (CAD) technology (Solidworks TM, a parametric based solids
modeller) to minimise development time from concept through prototype to
production.
Solidworks is used at all stages of design, from concept,
through creation of a solid model (giving improved accuracy),
development of parts and assemblies, detail drawings, and finally output
for our computer controller Mazak Integrex machining centre. |
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FEA Validation (Cosmos)
Designs can be optimised early on in the design process by
using Finite Element Analysis as a way of identifying areas of high
stress / fatigue.
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Pull Testing (Instron)
Theoretical strength calculations (and FEA simulations) are
verified by a physical 'pull test'. Airmaster utilises Instron testers
to apply known forces to the propeller components, then measure the
stress and strain that results. |
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Manufacturing
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Precision Production Machining (Mazak Integrex 200Y)
For manufacture of propeller components, Airmaster uses a
Mazak Integrex 5 axis Machining centre. The mill/turn capability ensures
high speed production with unparalleled quality and accuracy,
minimising production time of precision components. |
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Thorough Quality Control
Quality control procedures provide separate dimensional checking, ensuring conformity to required standards. |
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| Testing |
Flight Performance Verification
Airmaster flight testing staff put the propeller systems through a rigorous schedule of performance assessment.
The company owned ‘Europa Classic’ aircraft is used for flight
testing, with advanced data collection equipment fitted for analysis of
propeller performance. |
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Torsional Vibration Survey (SRI)
Airmaster use advanced digital radio telemetry to monitor
the interaction between propeller and engine. This is a critical part
of ensuring the engine and propeller work together without the
existinence of harmful torsional resonances. |
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