Cost-efficient manufacturing of composite structures [PDF]
The Advanced Composites Technology (ACT) program is seeking research breakthroughs that will allow structures made of graphite epoxy materials to replace metals in the wings and fuselages of future aircrafts.
Davis, John G. +2 more
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Comparison of Structural Concepts for Transport Aircraft with a Tail Cone Turbine [PDF]
An evaluation of three structural concepts for an advanced aircraft design with a tail cone turbine is presented. Structural models were developed using an innovative rapid finite element modeling tool called Conceptual Design Shop (CDS).
Mason, Brian H.
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A compact circularly polarized ultra-wide bandwidth implantable antenna for multiple scenarios. [PDF]
Sci RepSong Z +5 more
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Influence of Graphite, Boron, Zirconium, and Hydroxyapatite Reinforcements on the Mechanostructure of Polyaryletheretherketone-Matrix Hybrid Composites. [PDF]
Biomimetics (Basel)Aksakal B, Macit CK, Er Y, Ayik M.
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Ground test experience with large composite structures for commercial transports [PDF]
The initial ground test of each component resulted in structural failure at less than ultimate design loads. While such failures represent major program delays, the investigation and analysis of each failure revealed significant lessons for effective ...
Bohon, H. L. +2 more
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Energy absorption and rebound behavior of 3D-printed TPU lattice structures. [PDF]
Sci RepWu Y, Wang L, Yi Z, Su Q, Qin Y, Cui B.
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Space Shuttle Orbiter thermal protection system design and flight experience [PDF]
The Space Shuttle Orbiter Thermal Protection System materials, design approaches associated with each material, and the operational performance experienced during fifty-five successful flights are described.
Curry, Donald M.
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AI-Powered Very-High-Cycle Fatigue Control: Optimizing Microstructural Design for Selective Laser Melted Ti-6Al-4V. [PDF]
Materials (Basel)Awd M, Walther F.
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Research requirements to reduce empty weight of helicopters by use of advanced materials [PDF]
Utilization of the new, lightweight, high-strength, aerospace structural-composite (filament/matrix) materials, when specifically designed into a new aircraft, promises reductions in structural empty weight of 12 percent at recurring costs competive with
Hoffstedt, D. J.
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Effect of mesh sizes on the vibrational and acoustic properties of stainless-steel wire mesh/glass fiber reinforced hybrid composite laminates. [PDF]
Sci RepSayyed J, Ramprasad A, Pai Y.
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