Predictable bonded rework of composite structures using tailored patches
US8449703B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24992
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A patch for reworking an inconsistent area in a composite structure includes a composite laminate patch and a layer of adhesive for bonding the laminate patch to the composite structure. The laminate patch has at least first and second regions for releasing strain energy around the inconsistent area respectively at different rates.
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