Joint member for a composite wing structure
US10513325B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 3, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 24, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/40
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In one aspect, there is a joint member for a composite having a laminate layer including a support member having a first side and a second side; a first flange extending laterally from the first side and having an attachment surface for attachment to a structure; and a second flange extending laterally from the second side and having an attachment surface configured for attachment to the laminate layer. The joint member is configured to provide a load path from the first flange to the second flange. In an embodiment, a joint system for a composite system includes a joint member attached to a first skin and a second skin. In still another embodiment, a joint system for a rib assembly includes a joint member attached to a rib web and rib post.
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