GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials

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1 GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials Engineered to Perform Performance and Reliability CIVIL AEROSPACE Increased Fuel Efficiency Process Optimization

2 GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials

3 Lead the Civil Aerospace Industry with Gore as Your Partner Industry experts estimate that each kilogram of additional weight on the aircraft can increase operating costs by thousands of dollars. Improvements in civil aerospace technology, increasing demand for travel, and the importance of increased fuel efficiency are driving the demand for new aircraft. Manufacturers need to increase aircraft throughput while maintaining reliable performance. Understanding these challenges and how they are changing is key to success in today s civil aerospace market. We are here to collaborate with you to improve your components, systems, and aircraft performance. Ensure Performance and Reliability Electronic equipment is more advanced in today s civil aerospace industry, and design engineers are integrating sophisticated electronics into almost every system in the aircraft. It is essential for electronic systems to communicate reliably and accurately. Cables are the lifeline of these systems. Mechanical, electrical, and environmental stress factors can easily affect cable and material performance throughout the aircraft. The aircraft environment exposes materials to contaminants such as de-icing and hydraulic fluids, cleaning solutions, and water. Extreme temperature changes in which cables must operate can have a direct impact on the materials used in their construction. Cables can be easily compromised by abrasion from vibration through tight areas. Therefore they need to be more durable and flexible, while maintaining excellent signal integrity to ensure reliable performance. Increase Fuel Efficiency Fuel efficiency has the biggest impact on operating costs, and one way to improve fuel efficiency is to decrease the weight of the aircraft. Cables and materials need to be smaller and lighter weight without compromising electrical and mechanical integrity. Industry experts estimate that each kilogram of additional weight on the aircraft can increase operating costs by thousands of dollars. As a result, cables and materials need to be more durable or need to carry more data or power while performing reliably in extreme conditions, while still being smaller and lighter weight. Process Optimization With the rapid growth in travel demands, production levels are expected to increase by 25 percent annually over the next decade. Therefore, manufacturers need to reduce throughput time to increase the production rate of aircraft. Supply chains also need to increase their production rate of components, systems, and services to keep up with demand from their aerospace customers.

4 GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials Gore Products Meet the Challenges of Aerospace Our commitment to innovation is based on a thorough understanding of materials and how they interact with their environment. GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials meet today s industry challenges by delivering reliable, longlasting performance. Our products are engineered to withstand broad temperature ranges, exposure to abrasion and wear, repeated mechanical stress, high voltages, and liquid contaminants such as beverages, fuels, and lubricants. Whether you need high-performance cables, in-flight connectivity, or aerospace materials for increased throughput and aircraft availability, you can be confident that our products deliver long-lasting reliable performance. Performance and Reliability From the cockpit to the tail, Gore products are engineered specifically to withstand electrical, mechanical, and environmental challenges most common in the aircraft industry. Our cable assemblies are specifically designed to maintain signal integrity even with the mechanical stress of vibration, acceleration loads, installation, and maintenance. They have a durable construction that ensures high performance, including excellent signal distribution in the cabin and the cockpit for connectivity during flight. Increase Fuel Efficiency Gore s innovative fluoropolymer technologies deliver solutions that are significantly smaller and more lightweight to help reduce the weight of your aircraft without compromising electrical and mechanical performance. We have products that are up to 60% lighter when compared to the industry standards, which makes them easier to install and helps increase fuel efficiency. Process Optimization Gore s products are engineered to increase manufacturing throughput and aircraft availability helping you meet increasing demands for new and upgraded aircraft. In addition to providing excellent protection against moisture and corrosion, our aerospace materials reduce production and maintenance time by maintaining seals over multiple open/close cycles and eliminating the time required for curing.

5 With a durable construction that is up to 35% lighter than comparable cables, GORE Shielded Twisted Pair Cables deliver reliable high-speed data transmission in extreme environments. GORE SKYFLEX Aerospace Materials reduce production time and increase aircraft availability because they require no curing. They ensure reliable protection for multiple open/close cycles during production and maintenance. Highly flexible and lighter weight GORE Ethernet Cables increase electrical performance while maintaining an outer diameter that fits existing connector designs. With an exceptional balance of properties, GORE Aerospace Fiber Optic Cables are the choice of engineers when they need additional durability without sacrificing size or weight. GORE Microwave Assemblies are designed specifically for airframe microwave interconnects to provide reliable performance and reduce life-cycle costs. These cables meet the stringent specification requirements of current and future generation aircraft. GORE Leaky Feeder Antennas improve signal transmission while reducing the amount of hardware required on the aircraft. They provide reliable connectivity to different wireless systems, including picocells for mobile phone coverage and access points for airborne Wi-Fi.

6 GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials GORE Optimized RG Cables are up to 60 percent lighter weight and up to 30 percent smaller diameter compared to standard RG cables, which means significant weight savings in a smaller package. By preventing the ingress of water vapor, jet fuel, and other harsh contaminants, GORE Microwave Sealed Airframe Assemblies maintain reliable electrical performance over the lifetime of the aircraft. Optimized for high performance in difficult applications, GORE Round Cable Assemblies can be significantly lighter weight while providing robust environmental protection to maintain excellent signal transmission. GORE EMI Shielding Materials deliver excellent shielding effectiveness and low DC resistance, ensuring reliable electrical performance from conformable materials that achieve consistent contact over time. Engineered to Perform

7 The Gore Advantage Gore is a technology-driven company focused on discovery and product innovation. Enabling increased aircraft efficiency through implementation of new or improved electrical systems. Well known for waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX fabric, the company s portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Gore has continually developed innovative products for the civil aircraft industry. Products Engineered for the Aerospace Industry One of our core values is a concept called fitness-foruse, which means that our products not only do what we say they do, but they also work in environments where other products can fail. To meet this commitment, we offer a leading global engineering and support team to the aerospace industry. We work closely with your design team, helping select the right products to streamline the design process, reduce product size and weight, and increase durability and reliability for long life. In our global testing facilities, we evaluate the performance of our products to increase our understanding of their reliability in the field. These world-class labs are comprised of three areas of expertise: digital and microwave signal analysis, environmental and stress testing, and electromagnetic compatibility working together to quantitatively ensure optimal electrical signal integrity for all of our electronic products. Proven Performance Backed by Gore s Engineering Team Gore has a proven track record for delivering reliable, longlasting products for use in the most challenging environments in the aerospace industry, including those experienced by the Apollo 11 lunar module and the more recent Mars Landers. GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials include cables and assemblies, EMI shielding materials, and aircraft sealants that ensure superior electrical performance and reliability in the most severe environments encountered in the aerospace industry today.

8 GORE Aerospace Cables and Materials NOTICE USE RESTRICTIONS APPLY Not for use in food, drug, cosmetic or medical device manufacturing, processing, or packaging operations. W. L. Gore & Associates All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the written consent of W. L. GORE & ASSOCIATES GORE, GORE-TEX, SKYFLEX and designs are trademarks of W. L. Gore & Associates 2014 W. L. Gore & Associates, GmbH DIV-0059-R1-BRC-US-JUN14 gore.com