A method comprises embedding tear straps in a metal aircraft structure having a fully formed contour and thickness. The tear straps include strips of fibers that are substantially stronger and stiffer than the metal aircraft structure. The fibers are embedded beneath at least one surface of the metal aircraft structure via ultrasonic consolidation.
EMBEDDED TEAR STRAPS IN METAL STRUCTURES
2016-10-27
Patent
Electronic Resource
English
Fatigue Behavior of Fiber/Metal Laminate Panels Containing Internal Carbon Tear Straps
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