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What component receives power from the DC bus through the fuel shut-off valve circuit breaker?
What component receives power from the DC bus through the fuel shut-off valve circuit breaker?
- Fuel control relay (correct)
- Ignition relay
- HEIU
- Fuel ignition switch
What is the main function of an aircraft bus?
What is the main function of an aircraft bus?
- Regulate cabin temperature
- Steer the aircraft during flight
- Supply electrical power to various components (correct)
- Control the engine's speed
How do circuit breakers protect aircraft electrical circuits?
How do circuit breakers protect aircraft electrical circuits?
- By controlling the engine's ignition timing
- By regulating the voltage levels
- By preventing short circuits (correct)
- By providing a visual indication once activated
In the example used, what percentage switch energises the ignition relay?
In the example used, what percentage switch energises the ignition relay?
What advantage do circuit breakers have over fuses?
What advantage do circuit breakers have over fuses?
Where is the ignition relay usually located?
Where is the ignition relay usually located?
Which type of circuit breaker is most commonly found in aircraft?
Which type of circuit breaker is most commonly found in aircraft?
Which part of the automatic engine starting control system is referred to as 'the heart'?
Which part of the automatic engine starting control system is referred to as 'the heart'?
What is the purpose of an engine ignition system in relation to the aircraft bus?
What is the purpose of an engine ignition system in relation to the aircraft bus?
What advantage do circuit breakers have over fuses based on the text provided?
What advantage do circuit breakers have over fuses based on the text provided?
What is the purpose of a continuous duty cycle ignition system in an aircraft?
What is the purpose of a continuous duty cycle ignition system in an aircraft?
What is the main advantage of using a circuit breaker rather than a fuse in an aircraft ignition system?
What is the main advantage of using a circuit breaker rather than a fuse in an aircraft ignition system?
Which type of ignition system is typically equipped in gas turbine engines?
Which type of ignition system is typically equipped in gas turbine engines?
In an aircraft, what components make up a typical ignition system?
In an aircraft, what components make up a typical ignition system?
How do AC and DC igniter systems differ in terms of components?
How do AC and DC igniter systems differ in terms of components?
Which component is responsible for controlling the flow of electrical power in an aircraft?
Which component is responsible for controlling the flow of electrical power in an aircraft?
What is a key advantage of circuit breakers over fuses in aircraft electrical systems?
What is a key advantage of circuit breakers over fuses in aircraft electrical systems?
Which type of aircraft bus is typically used to distribute DC and AC power throughout an aircraft?
Which type of aircraft bus is typically used to distribute DC and AC power throughout an aircraft?
What are the two main types of duty cycles associated with ignition systems?
What are the two main types of duty cycles associated with ignition systems?
Which device is designed to protect an electrical circuit from excess current?
Which device is designed to protect an electrical circuit from excess current?
What is a key advantage of circuit breakers over fuses in aircraft systems?
What is a key advantage of circuit breakers over fuses in aircraft systems?
What are some common types of circuit breakers used in aircraft systems?
What are some common types of circuit breakers used in aircraft systems?
Which component of an ignition system is responsible for interrupting the primary current when a circuit breaker is activated?
Which component of an ignition system is responsible for interrupting the primary current when a circuit breaker is activated?
In an aircraft system, what is the purpose of an aircraft bus?
In an aircraft system, what is the purpose of an aircraft bus?
What is the primary function of circuit breakers in an aircraft ignition system?
What is the primary function of circuit breakers in an aircraft ignition system?
What is the function of the trembler contacts in a DC HEIU?
What is the function of the trembler contacts in a DC HEIU?
What is the purpose of the reservoir capacitor in the DC HEIU system?
What is the purpose of the reservoir capacitor in the DC HEIU system?
In an aircraft, what is the primary function of a circuit breaker?
In an aircraft, what is the primary function of a circuit breaker?
What type of circuit breaker is commonly found in aircraft systems?
What type of circuit breaker is commonly found in aircraft systems?
In the context of aircraft systems, what advantage do circuit breakers have over fuses?
In the context of aircraft systems, what advantage do circuit breakers have over fuses?
What is the purpose of the relight switch in the aircraft cabin?
What is the purpose of the relight switch in the aircraft cabin?
What does an igniter lead connect in relation to the High Energy Ignition Unit (HEIU)?
What does an igniter lead connect in relation to the High Energy Ignition Unit (HEIU)?
What voltage can the High Energy Ignition Unit (HEIU) be supplied with according to the text?
What voltage can the High Energy Ignition Unit (HEIU) be supplied with according to the text?
In what scenario does an engine continue to rotate during an in-flight flame-out?
In what scenario does an engine continue to rotate during an in-flight flame-out?
What component of an aircraft bus system is crucial for supplying power to various aircraft systems?
What component of an aircraft bus system is crucial for supplying power to various aircraft systems?
What differentiates a circuit breaker from a fuse?
What differentiates a circuit breaker from a fuse?
Which type of circuit breaker is commonly found in aircraft due to their ability to interrupt large currents?
Which type of circuit breaker is commonly found in aircraft due to their ability to interrupt large currents?
What is a significant advantage of using a circuit breaker over a fuse in an aircraft electrical system?
What is a significant advantage of using a circuit breaker over a fuse in an aircraft electrical system?
