Study Guide for Aircraft Electricity and Electronics, Sixth Edition (eBook)

Test your knowledge of modern electrical and electronics systems for aircraftFully updated for the latest technological advances, this complete study guide features hundreds of multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and analysis questions to reinforce the material presented in Aircraft Electricity and Electronics, Sixth Edition. Topics covered include design concepts, FAA certification requirements, and aerospace-quality maintenance and repair techniques for aircraft electrical and electronics systems. Designed to help you prepare for the FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic certification exam, this book contains new and revised information on: The Airbus A-380 and the Boeing 787Fiber-optic cableBrushless motors and modern sensorsVariable frequency generatorsVery light jet electrical power systemsElectronic maintenance dataAdvanced integrated test equipmentGPS augmentation systems and satellite communicationsFlight data and cockpit voice recordersSynthetic vision and radar systemsIntegrated flight decksFlight management systemsAnd much moreStudy Guide for Aircraft Electricity and Electronics, Sixth Edition, covers:Fundamentals of electricityApplications of Ohm s lawAircraft storage batteriesElectric wire and wiring practicesAlternating currentElectrical control devicesDigital electronicsElectric measuring instrumentsElectric motorsGenerators and related control circuitsAlternators, inverters, and related controlsPower distribution systemsDesign and maintenance of aircraft electrical systemsRadio theoryCommunication and navigation systemsWeather warning and other safety systemsInstruments and autoflight systems