The Lectromec Podcast: Recent Episodes
John Gilroy
The purpose of the Lectromec Podcast is to keep you informed of trends in the rapidly changing aerospace industry. Once a month we interview leaders and seek their insight on topics related to Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS), wire testing, and risk assessment for aerospace.
Electrical energy storage has reached a point where it is possible for the manned vehicle propulsion to use non-petroleum based energy. To achieve this goal, it has required a lot of research, design, and innovation that has pushed these vehicles to depend on high voltage electrical power systems and forego the use of hydraulics and pneumatics. If electrical aircraft are the aircraft of the future, what are the design factors that the EWIS community will have to address?
In this weeks episode we take a look at 4 big changes made in the time of Covid-19 within education and how those changes will impact the future of education itself!
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https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/4-ways-districts-are-giving-teachers-more-flexibility-in-their-jobs/2021/05
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In this weeks episode I take a look at how one companies research analysis shows that 3.8 million students grew academically through the Covid-19 pandemic. I also share my thoughts on how I believe that data can be skewed to be made to say whatever you want it to say. I also address the issue of many key missing demographics from this data.
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In this weeks episode I reflect on the teachers who inspired me to become a teacher! Take a journey with me as I discuss the Elementary, Middle School, High School, and College teachers who helped shape the teacher I am today!
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In this weeks episode we go back to edweek.org and discuss how teachers are and should give students an opportunity to discuss and process the Derek Chauvin trial and other "controversial" topics in the classroom.
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In episode ten of In The Mind of Education we take a break from checking out edweek.org and I talk about the three items that have kept my virtual classroom engaging! There is also a bonus one (so really 4 items) but I have found these things impactful and wanted to share them with my audience in hopes that you might find them impactful too! You can check out the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here Follow Us On Social Media Twitter Facebook
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In this weeks episode we take a look at how to improve academic achievement through empowering parents. Specifically we take a look at how Detroit Public Schools have taking huge steps to involving the invaluable stakeholders that are legal guardians of our students. How have these steps impacted Detroit Public Schools to rise from the ashes of 2016? Listen in to find out!
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In this weeks episode of in the mind of education we take a look at a coming literacy crisis that is going to take a all hands on deck effort to ensure that we prepare students and teacher for future challenges.
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In this episode we take a look at an interview with David Susskind and Oxford University fellow and his take on automation and the purpose of K-12 education within that topic. Below you can find links to the article, or sponsor, and our social media platforms! Check us out!
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In this weeks episode I take a look at the Do's and Don'ts of Hyrbid teaching. In addition we have new "student sponsors" where students have come up with new advertisements for a creative writing project.
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In this weeks episode I take a look at "The Ten Zoom Commandments" written by Justin Minkel. Justin Minkel, the 2007 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, teaches 1st and 2nd grades at Jones Elementary in Springdale, Ark., a high-poverty public school where 85 percent of the students are English-language learners. He is on educational leave this year to pursue an MFA in creative writing for children. After reading the article I give you my initial thoughts in this compelling episode. You can check the article by clicking here and the Markers and Minions Website by clicking here
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In this weeks episode I read and discuss an article entitled "Don’t Teach Black History Without Joy". In this article 16 year veteran teacher Jania Hoover discusses her experience in teaching black history and we can better our curriculum by not teaching through black history but teaching about black history. The article ends with a discussion about how to analyze your current curriculum and fill in the gaps. If you would like to check out the article it is sourced below! Please also check out our season 2 sponsor Markers and Minions.
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Hoover, J. (2021, February 22). Don't teach black history without joy (opinion). Retrieved February 23, 2021, from https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-dont-teach-black-history-without-joy/2021/02
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In this weeks episode I take a look at another article written by Angela Duckworth. She takes a deep dive into the question of how we as educators can get students to put their phones down! In addition, I give my thoughts and ask the question maybe we don't need to get students to put their phones down, maybe we need to be more entertaining than the phones themselves. Thank you as always to our Season 2 sponsor Markers and Minions. The article and sponsor information is below!
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Duckworth, A. (2021, February 10). Helping students outsmart their smartphones (opinion). Retrieved February 16, 2021, from https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-helping-students-outsmart-their-smartphones/2021/02
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In this weeks episode we take a look at how to make classwork more like real life workspaces. This weeks topic comes to us from Angela Duckworth at Education Week. She discusses the topic of how to make school resemble more of a real life workplace. She discusses how a professor has changed his introduction to physics course over the course of 25 years. After the article I have a brief discussion with my teaching partner Amanda Morton on how we can apply this to our elementary students, as well as discuss some of the pitfalls we fall into as educators.
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Duckworth, A. (2021, February 3). Why Teamwork in Class Builds Competence and Confidence. Retrieved February 4, 2021, from https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-why-teamwork-in-class-builds-competence-and-confidence/2021/02
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In this week's episode we take a look at an article in education week entitled how online teaching needs to improve even after the pandemic. In this episode I read some of the article and then give my thoughts about the conclusions I can make after reading it. I know that when I first read the article title it made me mad. I felt like I was doing as much as I could with virtual teaching. However, much like reading directions for students after I read the article I made a lot of connections that I wouldn't have made without reading it. It's one of those cases where the headline grabs you and the content makes you motivated. Below is the cited information from both the article and the research done within the article. As well as the first of our markers and minions sponsor links! Don't forget to leave a review, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. season 2 episodes will drop every Wednesday at 8 a.m.
Lieberman, M., Arnett, T., & Christensen Institute. (2021, January 11). How Online Teaching Needs to Improve—Even After the Pandemic. EducationWeek. Retrieved January 29, 2021, from https://www.edweek.org/technology/how-online-teaching-needs-to-improve-even-after-the-pandemic/2021/01
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Ladies and gentlemen welcome back to in the mind of education.
Season one started off as an idea and a dream where I could give students a unique outlet to share their thoughts and ideas. This dream quickly snowballed into a wild success and people were tuning in from all over the world. From Detroit Michigan to Județul Cluj Romania listeners kept coming back week after week. The good news is that season one is currently available in its entirety on apple podcasts, Spotify, google podcasts, or anywhere else you like to listen. Catch up on season 1 now before season 2 premieres on February 3rd 2021. In season 2 we will cover a variety of topics that range from top tens to current trends in education. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to get the latest updates and vote in polls. I can't wait to continue this journey with you as we dive back into the mind of education! See you soon!
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In the final episode of season one I sit down with Patrick Mencke to discuss his reasons for being a teacher. Through the questions I try to bring some positive light to the education profession and Patrick does a great job at discussing his path to teaching, his dream field trip, and all of the amazing things that he is doing as a teacher in 2020!
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In this weeks episode I sit down with Madison Woodward to discuss her reasons for being a teacher. Through the questions I try to bring some positive light to the education profession and Madison does. great job at discussing her path to teaching, her dream field trip, and all of the amazing things that she is doing as a teacher in 2020!
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In this episode I take a deep dive into school lunch and discuss some unique programs across the country that provide quality, nutritious, and healthy lunches for kids! I also interview Jonathan from Big Green to discuss their mission, and the impact they have on the communities they serve.
https://biggreen.org/
https://foodtank.com/news/2016/02/sixteen-school-lunch-programs-making-a-difference/
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In this weeks episode we take a DEEP dive into the dreaded topic of Math. On top of that we answer the age old question "Teacher! When am I ever going to use math in my real life?!" You want to cook something? You need math! You want to go to the store? You need math! You want to use a coupon to get 2 for 1? You need math! Math is all around us and in this episode we talk about just that!
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In this episode we are going on a field trip to Mackinac Island. On this trip we will talk about the history of the island, island scenery, where to eat, and what to see! There was a lot to get through so this episode is a little bit longer than usual! This field trip takes the place my 5th grades scheduled Mackinac Island trip so I made this episode especially for them!
Resources used on this episode:
https://www.mackinacparks.com/more-info/mackinac-island-state-park-natural-wonders/
https://www.mackinacisland.org/maps-guides/#requestaguide
https://www.britannica.com/place/Mackinac-Island
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In this episode I set down with Ms. Michelle Victoria! We discuss the importance of putting yourself first and finding your new normal within this unprecedented time we are currently living in! Below is some information about Michelle About Michelle ..... I am a passionate mental health advocate. I would love the opportunity to forward the mental health conversation with you because I have personally been impacted by mental illness. I have the “trifecta” of mental health experiences. 1) I grew up loving and caring for my bipolar mother. 2) I helped build the largest mental health employee resource group at a fortune 500 company. 3) I experienced depression due to a life event reminding me that nobody is immune to mental illness at any given point in their life. My life’s purpose is to be a massive contribution in eliminating the mental health stigma and creating more compassion. I am out to use my experiences to elevate the conversation and empower others to become conduits for real change in the workplace and in the community. I am committed to causing more open conversations and empowering people and companies to cause more compassionate environments for people living with invisible disabilities. I am on a mission to cause cultures of compassion at work, in community, and in our classrooms so that everyone can be their full authentic selves and thrive in compassionate inclusive cultures! Why? Mental illness is a topic that desperately needs more attention given the statistics of 1 in 5 Americans suffering annually from a mental health condition like anxiety or depression and that 8 of 10 Americans are not seeking treatment. My book Breaking Into My Life was written to help myself—along with the rest of us—better understand the world of mental illness. I hope my story of perseverance and triumph helps challenge and transform the “suffer in silence” dynamic, and makes mental illness more understood, treated and accepted. And… Mental disorders are the single most expensive category of health costs for many employers across all industries. $17 billion USD is lost annually in productivity due to unaddressed mental health concerns. I am committed to causing change in the workplace where we spend so many hours of our lives and proactively shaping how our youth relate to brain health.
Resources for people suffering mental illness - NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) - Keep talking: A free online, peer to peer community for those navigating a brain health challenges called www.18percent.org. Free, anonymous and at your fingertips on your phone. Keep talking. My websites: www.michelleedickinson.com www.breakingintomylife.com Instagram -@michelledickinson71 Twitter- @mdickinson13 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/michelle.dickinson.146?ref=bookmarks Free chapter of my book: http://breakingintomylife.com/excerpt/
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In this weeks episode I welcome Andrew Mills back to discuss our top ten free resources to take advantage of during distance learning, or any kind of learning! There are a handful of "non-educational" based apps that you can use to stay fit or relaxed! A list of links to all the resources we discussed are below!
Top Ten Resources:
- Google Classroom - https://classroom.google.com/
- Zoom/Google Hangouts/Google Meets/GoToMeeting
- https://zoom.us/home?zcid=2478
- https://hangouts.google.com
- https://meet.google.com
- https://www.gotomeeting.com
- Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- Legends of Learning - https://www.legendsoflearning.com/
- Hoopla-https://www.hoopladigital.com/
- Kahoot - https://kahoot.com/
- Loom - www.loom.com
- Prodigy - https://www.prodigygame.com/
- Gimkit - https://www.gimkit.com/
- https://blog.gimkit.com/blog/gimkit-guide-to-remote-learning
- EdPuzzle - https://edpuzzle.com/
Honorable Mentions
- Audible - https://www.audible.com/
- Quizlet - https://quizlet.com/
- DownDog - https://www.downdogapp.com/
- Symbaloo - https://www.symbaloo.com/startLogin.do
- Microsoft Math App - https://math.microsoft.com/en/
Google Teacher Tribe - https://googleteacherpodcast.com/
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In this weeks episode I sit down with fellow teacher Andrew Mills and discuss with him the anxieties that teachers face. We discuss real feelings, real questions, and most importantly spread out real positive messages from teachers all over the country. This is part one of a three part series on the coronavirus. I hope that this episode provides a glimmer of hope, happiness, and provides a time to pause this crazy life we are currently living in! Please don't forget to like, review, and share!
Resources for Pre-K teachers
-Khan Academy Kids https://learn.khanacademy.org/khan-academy-kids/
-Starfall https://www.starfall.com/h/
-ScrapBox in Ann Arbor is doing curbside pick up for craft kits
www.scrapa2.org
-Science Experiments
https://www.mkewithkids.com/post/here-are-two-weeks-worth-of-fun-and-easy-science-experiments?fbclid=IwAR2-FFGqr3wElGUPI5UMGxa4t5Fk-tY1O_6pIR5GgGQKBLsUZX3z2ZldXfw
-Gross Motor fun with GoNoodle https://www.gonoodle.com/
-Cosmic Kids Frozen Yoga
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlg052EKMtk&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2n7Fco9ZA_yeF6b8iM_TUk9HHl7m-BRgVT_XCRdk6deM-NLSW1FvO2xZY
-Video Call with loved ones with Zoom, Skype, Facebook, GoogleHangout
Ways to talk to your kids about Corona:
-"We're working together to keep more people from getting sick by
pausing school and other crowded places. It's so awesome so many people
are working together to help one another out!"
-Be honest, in a kid-friendly way. Children have the right to truthful
information about what is going on, but also be sensitive to their level
of anxiety, watch their reactions, and explain things slowly.
-Assure them that they are safe.
-Emphasize things you can do in your home to keep germs away.
-Listen to their questions. Validate their feelings.
resources:
-https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-talk-your-child-about-coronavirus-covid-19?fbclid=IwAR2iWNwI45VxKNGDh87N21V7zle_40iE36GFkTsTGATZVPl9FayHsu_tfXY
-https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus?fbclid=IwAR3KdttouZvPEq1s3-6fsiBfZ4OmZDhdVC0Y46B8BEBZO-PfZscJ7o69Pkw
-https://www.tinabryson.com/news/coronavirus-talking-points-for-parents-amp-teachers-with-the-whole-brain-child-approach?fbclid=IwAR0LR5LsDi2o0PtOweqy45oNyZxQZ1dWIJOeBTHknhg6Fln0Tgy7od0_9Lg
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In this week's episode, I sit down with students to discuss what would happen if they got sucked into their favorite video game! I will ask students about Crash Bandicoot, Roblox, and Minecraft, In the dramatic reading of fifth-graders writing, I read a story that will leave you wanting more. about a 1v1 battle in Fortnite. Finally, in the coffee corner, I discuss 3 more March is reading month tips to make this March is reading month the best one ever!
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In this weeks episode I sit down with students to discuss how they get out of their chores! In this weeks coffee corner I discuss some tips on how to make this March is reading month your best one yet!
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In this week's episode, I sit down with 5th-grade students to discuss the world's greatest invention. There are some interesting responses and surprisingly not one student said Fortnite. In the coffee corner this week I sit down with Mr. Robson to discuss The Michigan Context and Performance Report Card to discuss the great improvements that Global Heights Academy has made and the improvements we have planned for the future.
Michigan Context Link
https://www.mackinac.org/new-report-card-ranks-michigans-elementary-and-middle-schools
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In this week's episode, I sit down with a very accomplished educational professional by the name of Bradlee W. Skinner. In this episode, we will discuss the purpose of school, the changing role of teachers, what an educated person looks like, what it means to be a champion for students, and whether or not there is a strong link between the performing arts and the classroom! I want to thank Bradlee for participating in the podcast and would very highly recommend that you visit his website and book him for your next PD and follow him on social media!
Website
https://bradleeskinner1.wixsite.com/website
https://www.instagram.com/bradleewskinner/
https://www.facebook.com/AStarkRealization/
https://twitter.com/BradleeWSkinner
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In this week's episode, I sit down with 5th-grade students to discuss and challenge their thoughts on the topic of homework. Is there too much? Is there not enough? From there, in this week's coffee corner I feature an article on a thing called "Global Play Day" and why it is important sometimes to just sit back, take a breathe and play!
Global Play Day Article:
https://www.hometownsource.com/monticello_times/community/monticello/day-of-play-eastview-students-put-t he-fun-in-school/article_903e2e9c-4de6-11ea-9fe9-9b3df3edf61b.html
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In this episode, I talk to 5th graders about their good friends and even better memories. Some students decided to talk about birthday parties, some students talk about being helped out in a pinch, and there is a really endearing story about meeting up with an old friend! In this week's coffee corner we talk about a unique school setting in Eminence Kentucky!
Eminence Story: https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/lexington/news/2020/01/11/eminence-independent-schools-surprise-and-delight-philosophy
Twitter Handle @EminenceSchools
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In this week's episode, I sit down and ask 5th-grade students who they would be if they could be anyone for a day. With that being said I sit down in this episode with Elon Musk, Albert Einstein, and The President of the United States. Additionally, a new segment starts this week called "Coffee Corner" where I sit down and discuss exciting news at the school or in education nationally!
Pennies For Patients:
https://www.penniesforpatients.org/
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
https://www.lls.org/
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In this episode, I sit down with 5th-grade students and discuss with them what THEY would do if they got to be a teacher for a day. There are a lot of typical responses in this episode about all-day recess, and ice cream parties. However, I think you'll be surprised by one student who says they would stick to the schedule and keep all things focused on learning!
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The topic of this episode is "Always Learning" You might be thinking wow! a teacher talking about learning how original! Well, I might surprise you on where my opinions and thoughts go on this topic because learning does not just take place in the classroom!
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Hi, my name is Joshua Hendrickson. I am a fifth-grade teacher in Michigan and this is my podcast In the mind of a fifth-grader. This is a short preview of our brand new bi-weekly series where we ask questions to real 5th graders! So subscribe now and look out for our first episode coming out January 2020.
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A concept employed in the civil engineering field is that of serviceability. At its core, a structure should only remain in-service as long as it is serviceable. A serviceability limit should be based on measurable performance criterion that, if exceeded, remove it from service. In limit state design, the structure fails its serviceability if the criteria of the serviceability limit state are not met during the service life with the required reliability.
This idea of serviceability is applicable to other engineering disciplines and is undoubtedly applicable to aerospace vehicles. From our perspective at Lectromec, understanding the serviceability of aircraft wiring is critical. However, to determine an aircraft wiring system serviceability state requires the limit state to be defined and assessed. Here we propose three such properties of a serviceable aircraft wiring system.
Frequently, Lectromec's articles and podcasts have focused on wire and cable testing from US-focused standards such as the SAE and US military (MIL) documents. While these are standards frequently cited, there are other standards organizations that support the aerospace wiring community.
Thankfully, many of the standards share a common base and, as is the case with many of the SAE standards, these have been harmonized with European standards. In this podcast, we will review some of the European wire/cable test standards.
As aircraft age, it is natural to contemplate the aircraft condition as to how much longer the equipment can be maintained. Typically, after the engines, structures, environmental control system (ECS), navigation, landing gear, interiors, flight controls, and fuel system are considered, the question will ultimately appear, “do I need to replace my wires that are 15/20/25/30 years old?” While it would be nice if there were a simple answer, like all engineering, it comes down to the evaluation of the system. Here, we answer this question.
The transmission of electrical energy is, surprisingly, not a trivial task. At low frequencies and low power, a very primitive wire construction is possible and can be successful for extended applications. As frequencies increase, the need for focused attention becomes ever more apparent.
Aircraft are delicate creatures. They can be very finicky when not treated right and the design of an aircraft can only go so far to ensuring that the aircraft has a long, successful life. Without a doubt, many of Lectromec’s articles address the design and manufacturing phases of an aircraft’s life. As highlighted in the last article, technological and engineering hurdles must be overcome for aircraft electrical wiring interconnect system (EWIS) to achieving a fault-free life.
The environmental extremes under which wiring exists in aircraft can rapidly degrade materials that are not prepared or designed for those conditions. Without a doubt, high-temperature ranges that are typically considered for aircraft wiring eliminate most wire insulation types that are suitable for ground-based home applications.
But at low temperatures, what tests exist to help identify which wires are ideally or adequately suited for aerospace applications?
The history of polyimide insulated wire is one that has numerous opinions and a lot of misconceptions. After several incidents involving polyimide wire in military and commercial aircraft, many within the aerospace industry refused to put any polyimide insulated wire/cable onto the aircraft they design/maintain. As is often the case with components involved in incidents, a lot of facts and myths get jumbled together.
The certification of an aircraft requires the expertise of dozens of disciplines coming together for a single effort. Certainly, as the electrical wiring interconnect system (EWIS) has developed over the last couple of decades, the interaction with other systems and components is becoming better understood as the requirements are becoming more pronounced.
From an implementation perspective, it cannot be understated how much EMI can impact system performance ranging from degraded performance to make a system completely inoperable. Thankfully, there are test methods to evaluate the susceptibility of electromagnetic interference of a wire harness design.
A couple weeks ago, Lectromec's podcast focused on Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) and discussions at the mechanical equipment and subsystems integrity program (MECSIP) managers meeting. To continue with that theme, this article focuses on two specific presentations and topics that were covered: sustainment authorization and EWIS working unit codes (WUCs).
Arc Fault Circuit Protection has been a technology that dates back to the 1990s. Despite this not being a new technology, the breath of its implementation is still limited. The device owes its inception to arcing events that occurred on in-service aircraft. Because of these events, the wiring community sought to create wiring that was arc track resistant, and the circuit protection community sought to cut off the arcing event before too much energy was released. This has been captured in the requirements of AS5692 for AC circuit protection, and AS6019 for DC protection.
Any concept that has earned the word “plague” in its name is certain to be an infamous hassle. The “Red Plague” of the aerospace industry is no exception. For decades, the plague has been identified with corrosion impacting the performance of silver-plated copper conductors.
Some have brushed the issue aside saying that they have never seen it, thus it is not a problem. To put the issue of red plague into perspective, a worst-case estimate suggests as much as 3% of braided silver-plated copper shields have some degree of red plague. Across the aerospace industry, this equates to millions of dollars each year in scraped products, rewiring, and maintenance actions
Aircraft maintenance is usually broken down one of two ways: by physical zones or by systems. The mechanical equipment and subsystems integrity program, also known as MECSIP, is the US Air Force’s approach to addressing aircraft sustainment and maintenance through focused system evaluation. In June, Air Force MECSIP managers gathered in Dayton, Ohio to discuss the latest developments, procedures, and technologies for addressing the MECSIP needs of their fleets.
A good wire insulation is more than just preventing electrical energy from leaving the conductor; there are dozens of properties that are important to its performance and usability. One of these that is easy to overlook is the wire’s dielectric constant.
Over the years the Lectromec website has received thousands of visits. If you look at the most popular articles, the ones that deal with Aircraft Wire Service Life Extension Programs are among the most popular. Because of this popularity, the Lectromec Podcast sat down with the president of Lectromec, Michael Traskos, to talk about Service Life Extension, or SLEP.
During the interview Michael starts by defining what SLEP is and who needs it. From there, the discussion moves on to which standards apply and talks about success stories. The physical process of aircraft service life extension can be difficult to understand, so Michael details what is involved.
George Slenski has over thirty years' experience in aerospace electrical systems. During this interview, he shares his thoughts on a range of topics including incident investigations, research, and the future for the industry.
Today’s interview is with Petar Glamoclija, Senior Consultant at Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation. Petar shares his vast experience in aerospace wiring that includes Embraer, Bombardier, Boeing, and now Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation. His current focus is on Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) and Flammability.
Petar was born in Belgrade, Serbia and has lived in Brazil, Canada, the U.S., and now in Nagoya, Japan. His long tenure in the aerospace industry and geographic diversity gives him a perspective that many lack. He opens the discussion with the incidents that precipitated aerospace interest in electrical wiring, TWA Flight 800 in 1964 and SwissAir Flight 111 in 1998. He talks about incorporating standards for handling wire in the design, installation, and maintenance of aircraft. Petar weighs in on how distributed power systems will have an impact on EWIS design. He is an enthusiastic proponent of improving safety on aircraft by sharing his extensive knowledge.
It is a quick fifteen minute episode.
The purpose of the Lectromec Podcast is to keep you informed of trends in the rapidly changing aerospace industry. Once a month we interview leaders and seek their insight on topics related to Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS), wire testing, and risk assessment for aerospace.
Today’s interview is with the President of InterConnect Wiring, John Ashour. His company provides partial and complete rewiring of military aircraft. We’ll discuss:
- Candidates for rewiring projects
- Value of appropriate documentation for a rewiring project
- Future trends in aerospace wiring
It is a quick fifteen minute episode.