Author: Chase Stehman

Designing mechanical systems for aviation and defense requires assemblies that remain structurally stable under dynamic loads, vibration, shock and repeated operational cycles.  Engineers must ensure structural resilience without excess mass, [...] Read More

When a business-class seat undergoes 16g dynamic seat slide testing for TSO-C127 certification, every engineering decision faces rigorous validation. The Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) pass-or-fail criteria are clear: aircraft seat [...] Read More

Engineers and system integrators know frustration comes in many forms, but few moments are as aggravating as fighting to close a 200-pound server that simply will not go back in [...] Read More

The energy sector operates in some of the harshest environments on the planet. From desert solar farms and Arctic microgrids to subsea oil and gas fields, production equipment must withstand [...] Read More

Heavy-Duty vs. Standard Drawer Slides Choosing the right type of drawer slide can impact your assembly, cost targets, and intended application operation. These components allow for seamless movement when you [...] Read More

Drawer slides are critical attachments to equipment as a means for mounting drawers, electronic chassis, trays, within a stationary structure or as a functional device to bring same equipment outward [...] Read More

Equipment supported by slides, also known as runners or telescopic rails. These rail-based components help equipment pull out from a stationary structure, allowing it to glide outward while being supported [...] Read More

Military standard (MIL-STD) testing has laid the foundation for quality and functionality for decades. The MIL-STD-167 is integral to testing rugged server and workstation elements to ensure they can withstand [...] Read More

The military standard has been in effect for decades, providing guidelines and testing procedures for various components to ensure they can operate under challenging military conditions. Over time, the standard's [...] Read More