Struts

Duration: 56 frames

Creator: The Jam Handy Organization

Format: Filmstrip

Sound: Silent

Description: Need, use, and function of hydraulic struts or shock absorbers; principles of operation and various types. Outlines three conditions governing the friction that provides braking action. Shows the parts of an external contracting brake and explains the difference between hydraulic and mechanical brakes. Explains the theory of hydraulic mechanism and shows how the hydraulic system operates in an airplane.

Complete Record: Category: Aviation Industry Subcategory: Aircraft Production Type: Slide Film Source: Jam Handy Format code: si

Metadata Source:Index of Training Films 1946