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Boeing 787 Common Core System (CCS) : A Technical Breakdown

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner employs a revolutionary architecture called the Common Core System (CCS). This centralized system replaces the traditional approach of dedicated electronics for each aircraft function. Within the CCS, two critical components are the Common Computing Resource (CCR) cabinets. Let’s delve into the technical aspects of these cabinets, focusing on General Processor Modules […]

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The Boeing 787 – Key differences – General Familiarisation

Over ten years commercial service the Boeing 787 initially pushed new technology into the wider commercial aircraft market – composite fuselage, lower cabin altitude (hence its name the Dreamliner) and no bleed air from the engines are among some areas that make this aircraft so successful. The low fuel burn, range and take off performance

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Engineering & Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Discover the Engineering Dynamics of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner with our General Familiarisation Training as the aircraft remains a fascinating subject for engineers with its technical intricacies. A game changer in regards to efficiency, range and passenger comfort with lower cabin altitudes, the unique blend of composite materials, advanced systems, and innovative design, created steep

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Boeing 787 Hydraulic Power System

The Boeing 787, a marvel of modern aviation, employs a sophisticated hydraulic power system to operate various critical functions of the aircraft. Let’s break it down: Three Main Hydraulic Systems: The aircraft has three independent hydraulic systems. Each of these systems consists of a reservoir and two pumps, supplying hydraulic fluid at around 5000 psi

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Boeing 787 General Familiarisation – Air Conditioning System

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, a modern marvel of aviation, employs a state-of-the-art air conditioning system to ensure a comfortable environment for its passengers and crew. Unlike many older aircraft models that derive cabin air from engine compressors, the 787 utilizes electric compressors. This not only reduces the aircraft’s overall fuel consumption but also minimizes potential

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Boeing 787 Common Core System – General Familiarisation

The Boeing 787-8 utilizes the Common Core System (CCS) to support the operation of multiple airplane systems, enhancing reliability, and reducing costs and weight. This system shifts from the traditional approach of dedicated units for each airplane system to centralized processing.

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Common Core System (CCS) in Boeing 787-8: A Summary

The Common Core System (CCS) is a centralized solution employed in the Boeing 787-8 aircraft to offer a uniform processing and data network for many airplane systems, by implementing the CCS, there’s a significant improvement in system reliability, a reduction in cost, and a decrease in weight.

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Boeing 787 Cruise Flaps – General Familiarisation

Boeing 787 General Familiarisation – Variable Camber Trim Unit or commonly known as the “Cruise Flaps”; the Boeing 787 has a system called the “variable camber trim unit” or (VCTU). This system lets the inboard flaps move independently of the outboard flaps; on most aircraft these are locked together, the ability to separate these makes

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Boeing 787 General Familiarisation – Potable Water onboard

The water on aircraft is stored in tanks, on most commercial aircraft the water tank is filled on the ground and used for the lavatories (toilet and wash basin) along with the galleys (drinking water / boiler for tea and coffee). The water is distributed along water pipes to the different areas of the aircraft

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Boeing 787 General Familiarisation – Modular Avionics

The use of aircraft has grown exponentially over many decades and with the use as come so much modern technology, systems, capabilities, improvements, safety, and efficiencies. One of the efficiencies on modern aircraft is the use of what is known as modular avionics or integrated modular avionics. The avionics is a term referenced to describe

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