This week we are
fortunate to have Jan at Viking Aircraft Engines
show us how technology allows the quick and
accurate construction of custom engine
mounts. While not all of us will want to
attempt to build their own mount, it does allow
us to understand how computer-aided design (CAD)
and manufacturing is making its way into our
aircraft components.
There have
always been builders that weld and create their
own engine mounts. Traditionally, this process
required careful grinding of metal tubes and
extensive, accurate jigging prior to welding.
In the method shown here, the latest CAD
designed and manufactured tubes allow the welder
to quickly and precisely build the engine mount.
The key is to understand and make use of the CAD
capabilities that are becoming available in the
market.
This video
segment is not an attempt to offer these
services to the public - rather it is simply to
demonstrate what is available and being
used in some shops today. Advanced builders
should be taking advantage of these new
methods.
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