Aerospace Simplified Blog

It is safe to say that without proper lubrication, there is no doubt that an engine, or any other piece of machinery, can expire quickly. As machines are constantly in motion to produce a desired outcome, objects within an engine that are perpetually in motion or prone to frequent abuse require lubrication. Ranging in varying chemical compounds and viscosity levels, choosing the right type of lubricant can help ensure superior part performance, longevity, and reliability.

Aerospace engineering is defined as a field associated with the design, development, and manufacturing of aircraft and spacecraft. There are two overlapping branches in this field: aeronautical and astronautical engineering. Aeronautical engineering refers to aircraft that operate within Earth’s atmosphere, while astronautical engineering refers to spacecraft that operate beyond Earth’s atmosphere.  In order to familiarize yourself with aerospace engineering, here are 6 fun facts you probably didn’t know about aerospace engineering.          

Qatar Airlines welcomes the implementation of their Trent latest XWB-97 Engines. Constructed by Rolls Royce, the engine is the largest of its kind and also the largest, most efficient civil aero engine in the world. The -97 models was based and manufactured on the previous Trent XWB model also known as 84,000lb thrust version.