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What is the purpose of the charge pump in the hydraulic system?
What is the purpose of the charge pump in the hydraulic system?
- Drain control oil to the transmission case
- Supply filtered oil to various components in the hydraulic system (correct)
- Pick up lube oil and internal leakage
- Adjust the frequency of the system
How does clockwise rotation of the adjustment screw affect the system frequency?
How does clockwise rotation of the adjustment screw affect the system frequency?
- Decreases the frequency
- Causes erratic frequencies
- Increases the frequency (correct)
- Has no impact on frequency
Where is the transmission scavenge pump located in the hydraulic circuit?
Where is the transmission scavenge pump located in the hydraulic circuit?
- Between the transmission sump and scavenge filter (correct)
- Between the generator and scavenge filter
- Between the all-attitude reservoir and charge filter
- Between the generator cooling circuit and aircraft cooler
What happens if unstable and erratic frequencies occur in the system?
What happens if unstable and erratic frequencies occur in the system?
How does counter-clockwise rotation of the adjustment screw impact system frequency?
How does counter-clockwise rotation of the adjustment screw impact system frequency?
What is the function of the generator scavenge pump in the hydraulic circuit?
What is the function of the generator scavenge pump in the hydraulic circuit?
What is the function of the hot battery bus in an aircraft?
What is the function of the hot battery bus in an aircraft?
Which bus system supplies power to essential lighting, flight control systems, and communication systems in an aircraft?
Which bus system supplies power to essential lighting, flight control systems, and communication systems in an aircraft?
What type of systems are typically powered by the non-essential buses in an aircraft?
What type of systems are typically powered by the non-essential buses in an aircraft?
Which of the following is a common name for the non-essential buses in an aircraft?
Which of the following is a common name for the non-essential buses in an aircraft?
During partial generator system failure, what happens to non-essential systems in an aircraft?
During partial generator system failure, what happens to non-essential systems in an aircraft?
Which bus system is connected to the aircraft battery?
Which bus system is connected to the aircraft battery?
What component is responsible for providing a clean DC voltage to the 400 Hz oscillator in a static inverter?
What component is responsible for providing a clean DC voltage to the 400 Hz oscillator in a static inverter?
Which component in a static inverter ensures that the correct voltage and frequency are maintained?
Which component in a static inverter ensures that the correct voltage and frequency are maintained?
What is the purpose of the harmonic filter in a static inverter?
What is the purpose of the harmonic filter in a static inverter?
What role does the pulse shaper and power driver play in a static inverter?
What role does the pulse shaper and power driver play in a static inverter?
Why should static inverters be sent to approved facilities for repair?
Why should static inverters be sent to approved facilities for repair?
How do transformers allow AC voltage and current values to be changed?
How do transformers allow AC voltage and current values to be changed?
What is the purpose of a fuse in an aircraft power distribution system?
What is the purpose of a fuse in an aircraft power distribution system?
Which material is commonly used as an insulating material in a cartridge fuse?
Which material is commonly used as an insulating material in a cartridge fuse?
What happens when the current limit of a fusing link is exceeded?
What happens when the current limit of a fusing link is exceeded?
In what scenario might a current limiter be more suitable than a fast-blow fuse?
In what scenario might a current limiter be more suitable than a fast-blow fuse?
What characteristic sets a current limiter apart from a fast-blow fuse?
What characteristic sets a current limiter apart from a fast-blow fuse?
Why should a fuse be replaced with one of the same voltage and current rating?
Why should a fuse be replaced with one of the same voltage and current rating?
What is the purpose of the body or case of a fuse?
What is the purpose of the body or case of a fuse?
Which material can the body or case of a fuse be made of?
Which material can the body or case of a fuse be made of?
What are the basic components of a fuse's physical construction?
What are the basic components of a fuse's physical construction?
Which type of fuse is designed for use in areas where a spark from a blowing fuse could be a hazard?
Which type of fuse is designed for use in areas where a spark from a blowing fuse could be a hazard?
What purpose does the mounting of a fuse serve?
What purpose does the mounting of a fuse serve?
Which part of a fuse 'breaks' the circuit when predefined limits are exceeded?
Which part of a fuse 'breaks' the circuit when predefined limits are exceeded?
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