Aircraft Landing Gear

Aircraft Landing Gear

Aircraft landing gear is a critical component of an airplane that ensures a safe landing and takeoff. When the aircraft is on the ground, it serves as the primary support structure, cushioning the shock of landing and taxiing. The landing gear is also essential for steering the plane and providing stability during takeoff and landing. Landing gear systems can vary depending on the kind of aircraft and its intended use. Smaller aircraft normally have simpler landing gear, but larger commercial jets have more complicated systems with numerous wheels and struts.

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Branch: Mechanical Engineering

Subject: Gas Dynamics and Jet Propulsion

Topic: Jet propulsion

Subtopic: Aircraft Landing Gear

Learning Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

1. Understand the role of various parts involved in the working of the aircraft landing gear.
2. Explain fundamental
3. technical aspects and principles of operation of the aircraft landing gear.
4. Describe how the shock absorber of the aircraft landing gear works.
5. Explain the working procedure of the aircraft landing gear.