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What is the primary function of a torsion link damper in jet aircraft?
What is the primary function of a torsion link damper in jet aircraft?
- To increase tire pressure
- To enhance fuel efficiency
- To decrease aerodynamic drag
- To reduce wheel shimmy (correct)
What phenomenon does wheel shimmy refer to?
What phenomenon does wheel shimmy refer to?
- A decrease in aircraft speed
- A gradual increase in tire wear
- A slow rotation of the aircraft's wheels
- Rapid oscillation of the wheel left and right (correct)
Which factors can contribute to the occurrence of wheel shimmy?
Which factors can contribute to the occurrence of wheel shimmy?
- Uneven tire pressure and wear (correct)
- Consistent tire pressure and balanced weight distribution
- Perfectly smooth runway surfaces
- Enhanced aerodynamic designs
Why is the torsion link damper sometimes referred to as the shimmy damper?
Why is the torsion link damper sometimes referred to as the shimmy damper?
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Which of the following conditions would most likely lead to wheel shimmy?
Which of the following conditions would most likely lead to wheel shimmy?
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Study Notes
Torsion Link Dampers
- A torsion link damper is a device used to counteract wheel shimmy.
- Wheel shimmy is the fast back-and-forth oscillation of the wheel (left and right) as the aircraft moves.
- Wheel shimmy can be caused by tire pressure variations, uneven wear on the tires, or uneven runway surfaces.
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This quiz covers the function and purpose of torsion link dampers in aircraft. It explains how these devices help counteract wheel shimmy caused by various factors such as tire pressure variations and uneven runway surfaces. Test your knowledge on this essential component of aviation engineering.
