mainspars

[US]/ˈmeɪnspɑːz/
[UK]/ˈmeɪnspɑːrz/

Translation

n.main structural beam of an aircraft wing; principal longitudinal member of a ship's mast or spar; primary load-bearing spar in aeronautical engineering

Example Sentences

the mainspars form the primary structural backbone of the aircraft wing.

during the inspection, engineers detected hairline cracks in both mainspars.

we need to calculate the maximum bending moment the mainspars can withstand.

the maintenance crew replaced the corroded fasteners connecting the mainspars to the fuselage.

modern aircraft often utilize composite materials to reduce mainspar weight significantly.

fracture critical structures like mainspars require rigorous non-destructive testing protocols.

the alignment of the mainspars is crucial for maintaining proper aerodynamic performance.

excessive turbulence put immense strain on the wing mainspars during the flight.

manufacturers must verify the fatigue life of mainspars before certification.

steel brackets were welded to the mainspars to support the engine mounts.

the design team moved the fuel tanks to sit between the forward and rear mainspars.

sudden failure of the mainspars would result in catastrophic loss of lift.

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