PLDERU
Pneumatic Light Duty Ejector Release Unit
PLDERU is a lightweight (14”) high performance ejector rack,
based on AEREA’s proprietary pneumatic system, featuring
an integrated air tank and a high speed pneumatic solenoid
valve, energized via double redundant electrical circuit.
DESCRIPTION
Compared to legacy pyrotechnic solutions, the pneumatic
technology allows a considerable reduction in operating
cost, due to increased reliability and fewer periodic
maintenance requirements, with no need for post-firing
cleaning operations. It also guarantees absolute repeatability
of performance and reduces fatigue reactions to the aircraft
structure.
PLDERU meets requirements of the most advanced programs:
– Front/back distribution of the adjustable ejective force in order to ensure safe separation of a wide range of stores throughout the maximum flight envelope:
– Arming unit “zero retention force”, SSD and “strong point” connectors:
– Automatic hooking/unhooking and preloading systems, controlled from a single operating point, with the advantage of safety, ease, and simplicity of ground operations.
PLDERU meets requirements of the most advanced programs:
– Front/back distribution of the adjustable ejective force in order to ensure safe separation of a wide range of stores throughout the maximum flight envelope:
– Arming unit “zero retention force”, SSD and “strong point” connectors:
– Automatic hooking/unhooking and preloading systems, controlled from a single operating point, with the advantage of safety, ease, and simplicity of ground operations.
The PLDERU is adaptable to any Close Air Support
or Advanced Trainer platforms, including the most
sophisticated ones, such as M346FA (combat variants) and
is ready for future updates, such as sensor integration for
aircraft-to-store interface digitization.
FEATURES
Overall dimensions: (L) 613 mm, (Body W) 56 mm
Mass: 17 Kg
Store diameter: from 200 mm to 550 mm
Store Class: 1,000 lbs (14” space lugs)
Mechanical interface: as per MIL-STD-8591
Electrical interface with A/C: connectors type M24308-04-3F