Method of reworking an area of a composite structure containing an inconsistency
US8540909B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 24, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24612
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A patch for reworking an inconsistent area in a composite structure includes a composite laminate patch adapted to cover the inconsistent area and bonded to the structure by a layer of adhesive. The patch includes a plurality of composite plies having a tapered cross section, and at least first and second regions respectively having differing fracture toughnesses.
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