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Citation
(1999), "Dunlop Aviation leads braking consortium project", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 71 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/aeat.1999.12771cab.030
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 1999, MCB UP Limited
Dunlop Aviation leads braking consortium project
Dunlop Aviation leads braking consortium project
Keywords Aircraft, Braking systems, Dunlop
Dunlop Aviation is leading a consortium selected by the DTI to develop an electrically actuated aircraft braking system under its More Electric Aircraft Challenge. It is one of six projects set up under the CARAD (Civil Aircraft Research and Demonstration) programme which will share grants totalling £2.8 million.
Starting in the Spring, the project provides funding for pre-competitive research and technology demonstration. The Dunlop consortium aims to develop an electro-mechanical braking system to replace traditional hydraulic braking systems and improve on existing braking and anti-skid response performance. One of its most dramatic advantages is the elimination of the risk of wheel and brake fires caused by hydraulic leaks.
Dunlop Aviation has a long pedigree in aircraft braking and has made many innovations such as carbon brakes and electrical brake management systems. The consortium consists of Dunlop Aviation, Hydro-Aire of the USA and Fairey Hydraulics Ltd