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COMAC AMM lists BLTU4 for use on ARJ21 aircraft
COMAC AMM now lists BLTU4 The COMAC AMM (Aircraft Maintenance Manual) for ARJ21 aircraft has been updated to specify MK Test’s BLTU4 tool as an approved loop resistance tester. COMAC – a Chinese state-owned manufacturer of passenger aircraft – started production of the ARJ21 aircraft in 2015. There are currently 100 of the planes…
Read MoreA testing journey – electrical test applications throughout the aircraft lifecycle
Testing at all aircraft lifecycle stages Electrical testing plays an essential role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of an aircraft throughout its lifecycle. Here, we’ve broken down the main electrical testing applications that are typically performed at four different stages of an aircraft’s lifecycle: Design and Manufacturing: During the design and manufacturing phase, electrical…
Read MoreElectrical testing standards for automotive manufacturing
Electrical testing requirements for automotive manufacturing are becoming more complex. This is driven by several factors, including the growing demand for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technologies, the shift toward electrification of vehicles, and the increasing use of software and electronics in automotive systems. As a result, the electrical testing requirements for…
Read MoreHow EV testing requirements are changing as the market develops
In a short space of time, the development of electric vehicles has been significant. This article, written by MK Test Systems Sales Manager Graham Andrews, looks at how EV testing requirements are evolving as a result. The rapid changes in the EV market In a short space of time, the development of eVehicles has been…
Read MoreDoD electrical testing applications
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) requires wire harness testing on all aircraft. This article gives an overview of DoD electrical testing applications where MK Test Systems can provide solutions. Written by Steve Hill, Sales Account Manager and our US defense applications expert. Summary For over 35 years, Army weapon systems have relied on…
Read MoreWhich loop resistance tester do the OEMs want you to use? OEM Requirements Explained
Identifying the right tool for aircraft OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) bond and loop testing requirements can be complex. As an MRO, your first point of call should be the AMM (maintenance manual). However, some OEMs are more prescriptive than others. And with a broad range of similar tools available on the marketing all claiming to comply…
Read MoreWind turbine electrical testing applications
This article takes a spin into wind turbine electrical testing, starting with a look at the global wind turbine industry. It then explores how manufacturers and operators can benefit from using automatic electrical testing equipment in various applications. Market overview of the wind turbine sector The global wind turbine market was valued at >$50bn in…
Read MoreExLRT vs LRT: Technology designed for MRO facilities
This second article in our ExLRT vs LRT comparison series takes a closer look at the features specifically designed for MRO users. Part one of our Loop Resistance Tester comparison series looked at the physical differences between the ExLRT and the legacy LRT tool. We confirmed that size matters after all – and in this…
Read MoreA guide to Intrinsically Safe tools for MROs
This article explains intrinsically safe tools within an MRO environment. It also highlights the obligations of MROs to use approved tools, and explains the potential consequences if incorrect equipment is used. What is meant by Intrinsically Safe? The aviation industry is rightly consumed with safety and accident prevention; this includes when the planes are grounded. …
Read MoreAutomatic program generation is improving testing for OEMs on trains
Rail operators are constantly challenging OEMs to speed up the replacement of ageing trains and trams to improve reliability, reduce running costs and cut CO2 emissions. Whether OEMs add additional production lines or speed up manufacturing times through other processes, testing times can still dampen any significant progress. MK Test’s pioneering automatic program generation technology…
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