AeroMotion is a leading designer and manufacturer of precision ballscrews for the commercial and military aerospace, space and defense, and specialized industrial markets. Along with build to print solutions, our experienced engineering team utilizes cutting edge software for clean sheet new design, and optimization and integration of current designs. In addition to design engineering, we also offer FAA-PMA Approval Process support along with complete reverse engineering services. We offer accurate load and life analysis coupled with expert material selection and process options. Our team will put forth the most optimized, cost-effective precision ballscrew solution.
Ballscrew Capabilities
At a glance, AeroMotion offers:
- Custom-engineered solutions for your specific application requirements
- Prototype through production engineering and manufacturing capabilities
- NASTRAN® Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Siemens NX® solid modeling software
- CATIA V5® solid modeling software
- Expert material selection utilizing both legacy and exotic materials
- High Nitrogen Martensitic Stainless Steels (Cronidur 30 & Bohler N360)
- Carburizing Grade Stainless Steels
- Manufacturing of existing/legacy designs (build to print)
- Optimization of existing designs; next generation materials, sealing improvements, increasing capacity/life
- Complex multi-start and multi-extend designs
- Multiple redundancy including deflector, load rod, and secondary nut designs
- Expert designers of internal and external return systems
- Effective solutions for wiping and sealing ballscrews to maximize life
- High-temperature applications up to 800˚F
- Lightweight, hollow screws including complex “bottle” bores
- Complete SCD along with design/stress report
- Acceptance & Qualification Test Plans
- FAA-PMA – reverse engineering support
- Sizes range from .1875″ to 6″ ball circle diameters
Whether it’s a custom ballscrew designed for your specific application or a “build to print” legacy design, AeroMotion is the leading choice for precision commercial and military aerospace ballscrews. We can produce anything from one-off custom designs, to low volume pre-production development hardware up to and including production quantities supplied on multi-year long term agreements. With our commitment to exceptional quality, delivery and responsiveness, we welcome you to experience the AeroMotion difference.
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Our Applications
- Typical Flight Control Applications
- Primary Flight Controls
- Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA)
- High Lift
- Leading Edge Slats
- Trailing Edge Flaps (TEF)
- Spoiler
- Aileron
- Thrust Reversers (TR)
- Rudder
- Wing Sweep / Pylon Conversion
- Landing Gear
- Braking
- Primary Flight Controls
- Rotor Applications
- Prop Pitch
- Prop Clutch
- Elevator
- Rudder
- Accessory Applications
- Cargo Handling
- Canopy Actuation
- Ejection Systems
- Door Latches
- Seat Actuation
- Defense System Applications
- Missile Fin Controls
- Missile Elevation
- Gun Turret Controls
- Ground Support Equipment
- Satellite Positioning
- Kneel Position for Transport
- Jet Bridge Elevation
- Multi-Extend Applications
- Missile Silo
- Satellite Positioning
- Miniature Ballscrew Applications
- Missile Fin Controls
- Cargo Bay Accessories
- Door Latch Mechanisms
- Sighting Devices
Efficiency Testing
AeroMotion’s assembly and testing laboratory is a clean and modern facility, staffed with experienced assembly/ testing technicians. Our PLC controlled Bauer efficiency stand can actively measure efficiency down the entire stroke of the assembly, complete with chart plotting. Our maximum capacity is 6000 pounds of tension and compression with a maximum speed of 1200 RPM. Our test stand measures both tension and compression efficiency in real time, along with the ability to measure axial lash at various positions along the screw axis. AeroMotion can also test and measure back-driving efficiencies including torque testing, both loaded and unloaded, while also measuring break-away torque.
