Elastic pre-deformed fairings for aircrafts
US7510144B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 16, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 31, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C5/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fairing for streamlining the junction between the horizontal stabilizer and the fuselage or the fin of an aircraft, comprising an upper fairing shell, a lower fairing shell, a leading edge extension, and several fittings to join the upper and lower fairing shells to the horizontal stabilizer. The upper and lower fairing shells are solid laminates of composite material that are designed with a shape, composition, and thickness such that they can be elastically deformed when they are fitted to the horizontal stabilizer, providing a contact force permitting them to lay permanently in contact with the fuselage or fin. A process for manufacturing the fairing shells.
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