A structural development program was recently completed in which the weight and fatigue advantages of an all composite major load carrying bulkhead was successfully demonstrated. Fabrication of a full scale article, including static and fatigue testing of the carry-through beam portion verified the producibility, strength and durability of this design, thereby presenting the opportunity for use on aircraft upgrades and new aircraft. A 15% weight saving is achievable and, more importantly, the fatigue problems that normally plague metal bulkheads are virtually eliminated.


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    Title :

    Development of composite carrythrough bulkhead


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    Publication date :

    1992-09-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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