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Advanced Air Mobility Handbook

Advanced Air Mobility Handbook
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Advanced Air Mobility Handbook

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Introduction
Omniseal Solutions is a leader in precision sealing and wear control solutions, focusing on advanced air mobility (AAM) and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. These technologies aim to transform urban transport, logistics, and emergency services by improving sustainability, mobility, and connectivity.
Key Benefits of AAM
  • Reduction in urban vehicle traffic
  • Increased access to urban centers
  • Enhanced airport infrastructure utility
  • Additional transportation options promoting social equity
  • Integration with existing transit systems
  • Safe, low-emission transportation
Challenges and Solutions
Weight management is a significant challenge in AAM and eVTOL design. Omniseal Solutions addresses this with customized sealing and material solutions that meet high-performance requirements, such as spring-energized and metal seals that withstand high pressure and temperature.
Technological Advantages
  • Global presence with 17 manufacturing plants and 8 R&D centers
  • Design support, simulation, assembly, and installation tools
  • Rapid prototyping and in-house testing capabilities
Material Solutions
Omniseal Solutions offers materials like RULON® fluoropolymers, HYCOMP™ composites, and MELDIN® thermoplastics and polyimides, known for their high performance in extreme conditions.
Applications and Use Cases
  • Sealing solutions for flight control systems, power electronic systems, and environmental control systems
  • Proven success in critical systems such as hybrid engines, electric motors, and electromechanical actuators
Conclusion
Omniseal Solutions continues to innovate in the aviation industry, providing advanced material solutions that ensure reliability and performance in demanding environments, supporting the future of advanced air mobility.
Specifications and Solutions
  • Meldin® Polyimides and Omniseal® Flat Gasket: Used in wing deicing duct sealing gaskets, offering excellent thermal insulation and structural integrity at elevated temperatures.
  • Omniseal® Spring-Energized SRII Seal: Utilized in angle of attack sensor seals, providing consistent friction control and compatibility with various media.
  • Omniseal® Spring-Energized APS & 400A Seals: Designed for sensor gimbal applications, offering low friction and high reliability.
  • Omniseal® Spring-Energized 103A Seal: Used in helicopter rotorhead applications, providing dynamic and static sealing with very low leakage.
  • Omniseal® Rotary Lip Seal: Applied in helicopter hinge pin and electric propulsion unit seals, offering high-speed rotary capabilities and minimal leakage.
Applications and Use Cases
  • HVAC and Environmental Control Systems: Proven success with Meldin® and Omniseal® solutions.
  • Sensing Systems: Enhanced performance in angle of attack sensors and gimbal seals.
  • Propeller and Transmission Systems: Reliability and longevity in helicopter rotorhead and hinge pin seals.
  • APU and Hybrid Power Systems: Reduced energy consumption and extended maintenance cycles in electric propulsion unit seals.
Global Presence and Support
Omniseal Solutions operates 17 manufacturing facilities across 10 countries, providing local support and expertise. The company emphasizes customer-centric solutions and offers a limited warranty on its products.
Conclusion
Omniseal Solutions' advanced sealing technologies are integral to various critical applications, offering reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The company's global presence ensures comprehensive support and expertise for its customers.
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Omniseal Solutions Precision Sealing & Advanced Material Solutions4 the boundaries of possible SAINT-GOBAIN

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A KEY PARTNER & COLLABORATOR IN THE AVIATION INDUSTRY Omniseal Solutions is a global engineering leader with over 65 years of historical legacy, relentlessly dedicated to the design and manufacture of precision sealing and wear control solutions that protect critical applications in the most demanding environments and passionately driven to push “Beyond the Boundaries of Possible”. AAM BENEFITS: SAFE, QUIET, GREEN & ECONOMICAL This collaborative spirit has led us to be specialists in engineering and manufacturing many precision sealing and advanced material solutions for rapidly evolving markets...

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TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGES THAT TAKE YOU FARTHER A WEIGHT OFF YOUR SHOULDERS One of the most persistent and challenging issues in advanced air mobility and eVTOL design is meeting stringent weight requirements – a requirement well known in aircraft manufacturing – but not as simple to solve. Since the genesis of aviation, technical teams have explored novel space and weight-saving solutions, promising cross-compatibility with emerging technologies. Aircraft sealing and material solutions are one example that are enabling the reliable and safe operation of key advanced air mobility systems. Omniseal...

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Global Capabilities & Services A WORLD PARTNER OF ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING EXPERTS How does our business add value and impact to your missions and goals? One of our strengths is our global history and longevity in the aviation industry, having provided over millions of polymer seals, metal seals, polyimides, thermoplastics, composites and polymer materials for applications in commercial and military aircraft; helicopters; eVTOLs, and hybrid electric vehicles. A global presence with 17 manufacturing plants, 8 R&D transversal centers and technical teams with many years of experience, we can...

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Solving Your Challenges CREATIVE, UNIQUE, PROVEN & CUSTOM ENGINEERINGWhat is Omniseal Solutions known for? We protect critical systems with custom material formulations and precision designs. From polymer powders to complex assemblies, our solutions are designed to handle extreme environments. CREATIVE MATERIALS • Materials and formulations that are developed for an extensive range of applications • Broad temperature / pressure range • Wide chemical compatibility • Certification for extreme conditions CUSTOM DESIGN • Permanent development and validation of new solution designs • Pre-validation...

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PROPELLER & TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS Environmental Shaft Seals Rotorhead Seals Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) Aviation customers have trusted our business for decades to protect their systems, using our custom sealing components that solve many application challenges such as aggressive media, high temperature, high pressure, high speed, and leakage rate. With our diverse portfolio of proven solutions, our sealing knowledge and experience have grown with our customers so they can go beyond in present and future technologies. Together, we partner to engineer the world of tomorrow efficiently, safely,...

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Our polymer and metal solutions are used in many critical systems for sealing, wear, and friction control. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SYSTEMS (ECS) HVAC Systems Cabin Pressure Systems APU & HYBRID POWER SYSTEMS Gearboxes PTO Components Cryo, Vacuum & Liquid Hydrogen Seals Motor Shaft Lip Seals Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) POWER ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS Power Converters Electric Systems Vacuum Rotary Shaft Seals for Superconductivity SENSING SYSTEMS Optronics Angle of Attack Sensors CREATING ADVANCED MATERIAL SOLUTIONS TOGETHER Formulating unique and advanced materials is one of the technology advantages...

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POWER ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS Power Converters Electric Systems Vacuum Rotary Shaft Seals for Superconductivity Omniseal® Spring-Energized Seal Close to increasing highest temperatures in the engine, HTS oil is mandatory, elastomer-based seals are ruled out High spring load with small deflection Like-to-like groove fit for O-Ring replacement Extremely low leak rate High performance polymer inert to all known standard oils A90 material available for high temps Based seals are ruled out Lifetime performance superior to elastomer seals Lower cost & weight for larger diameters PROVEN SUCCESS IN CRITICAL...

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POWER ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS Power Converters Electric Systems Vacuum Rotary Shaft Seals for Superconductivity Generator in Hybrid Engine Generator shaft rotates at variable speeds, up to high surface speeds. High tightness on complete speed range required. Omniseal® Rotary Lip Seal Extended Operations Omniseal® rotary lip seal has an extremely tough, long wearing jacket material and a good resistance to wear Long seal life minimizes down time PTFE lip seals able to run dry in case of loss of lubrication PROVEN SUCCESS IN CRITICAL SYSTEMS & APPLICATIONS Omniseal® Polymers Hybrid Engine Generator...

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POWER ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS Power Converters Electric Systems Vacuum Rotary Shaft Seals for Superconductivity Harsh Conditions Omniseal® Rotary Lip Seal Extended Operations Possible dirt, dust and abrasive particles Omniseal® rotary lip seal has an extremely tough, long wearing jacket material and a good resistance to wear Long seal life reduces downtime Different running conditions: switches between dry periods, wet environment, abrasive environment In case of loss of lubrication, seals are still able to run dry PROVEN SUCCESS IN CRITICAL SYSTEMS & APPLICATIONS Omniseal® Polymers Electric Motor...

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FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEMS Primary Control Actuators Secondary Control Actuators Electromechanical Actuation Low friction solution for reciprocating movement Compatible with aerospace fluids like hydraulic oils, de-icing fluids, fuels Omniseal® Spring-Energized Seal Easy Installation Low sensitivity to thermal aging of polymer material on the Omniseal® jacket provides better sealing control and lifetime confidence Seals can be designed for existing glands Seals can be custom designed to meet low friction requirements Seals can be installed into closed and reduced glands PROVEN SUCCESS IN CRITICAL...

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