Modern Aircraft Systems

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Date: 1

March 2015

I)

Introduction
A. The topic is about the modern aircraft systems whereas A350 XWB is the latest and
modern aircraft in Airbus Company. A350 XWB systems were designed by adding
new functionalities where it was bringing value to customers, while keeping
maximum efficiency and commonality with the Airbus aircraft family.
B. Thesis Statement
The systems of A350 XWB that had been improved and efficiency is the
avionic systems, the electricity systems and the landing gear systems.

II)

Supporting Points
A. Avionics System
1. Large cockpit screen
a. To allow excellent cross-cockpit visibility
b. Optimum flexibility for displaying information.
2. Communication related to computers
a. Improving the integration aspects.
b. Under a single suppliers responsibility

B.

Electricity Systems
1. Electrical Power Distribution System ( EPDS )
a. which control and monitor the electrical DC power

distribution to the
loads on the aircraft
b. high reliability, low weight and high power quality
2. Solid-state power control technology
a. providing a modern method of power control management throughout
the aircraft
b. eliminates the need for individual circuit breakers in the cockpit, cabin
and electronics bay.

C. Landing Gear Systems

1. Corrosion issues
a. increasing the use of titanium and low corrosion
materials compliant with new
environmental requirements including replacement
of cadmium and
chromium plating.
b. low weight, high reliability and low cost of ownership.

2. A double side-stay landing gear has been implemented.

a. reduce the loading on the wing structure.

b. allow the use of composites on the wing structure.

III)

Summary

IV)

Conclusion
In the conclusion, A350 XWB is the most efficient long range aircraft ever built.
The systems that had been improved into the modern aircraft is avionic
systems, the electricity systems and the landing gear systems.