Joints between a composite skin and a load-bearing component and methods of forming same
US9399507B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 22, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/7075
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of forming a direct bearing joint includes providing a load bearing structure including a first structural feature having an arcuate shape and providing a composite skin including a second structural feature also having an arcuate shape. The method also includes coupling the first structural feature to the second structural feature such that the first and second structural features are mated against each other to facilitate distributing compressive loads induced into the load bearing structure into the composite skin.
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