Aerospace and Defense Technology

The aerospace industry manufactures planes, space vehicles, rovers, propulsion systems, and avionics for commercial firms and the Department of Defense. They also build the actuators, potentiometers, and other mechanical parts that use aerospace technology for some non-aerospace applications as well. The bearings these aerospace consumers use must meet the highest standards of precision.

An airplane dashboard, an essential component in the aerospace industry

When they design these sophisticated components and machines, engineers often specify the bearings that go into them, requiring a high degree of precision and quality control to ensure the integrity of their design. The wrong type, size, or quality of bearings could affect the accuracy, efficiency, and longevity of the instrument. It could also affect the safety of the technicians, workers, and the public.

Everything from flight support systems, to aviation cargo systems, ailerons, landing gear, and even seats and tray tables depend on ball bearings. When manufacturers build these complex mechanisms, they rely on distributors’ expertise in sourcing and supplying the best bearings available.

Whether they’re constructing a supersonic jet or the joystick for a flight simulator or video gaming system, manufacturers depend on skilled technicians, properly calibrated tools, and precision bearings.

Choosing a distributor for a part as important as a bearing in an aircraft involves trust. Engineers must know where the bearings come from, and rely on the reputations of the manufacturer and the distributor. A solid distributor ensures the bearings are right for each application.

Alpine Bearing carries airframe control needle and roller and miniature and instrument bearings in a variety of sizes from the most trusted brands in the business.

If you need help in selecting the best products for your aerospace application, our dedicated sales engineering team members are available to answer your questions and match you with the best bearings available.