Limit Criteria for Low Cost Airframe Concepts.
Abstract
The report presents the results of a study program which evaluated the primary cost factors of selected airframe baseline components and alternate designs compatible with low cost concepts. The data from this study is compiled and presented in a ready reference format defined as the 'Limit Criteria.' Six A-7D aircraft components representing the characteristic stress types were selected as the baseline designs, then a minimum of two or more alternate designs were selected for each component. The baseline and alternates were analyzed and estimated on the basis of strength, stiffness, fracture toughness, weight and cost. Weight and cost of the design variations was plotted on a Cost/Weight/Value Diagram of each component for direct comparison of current design results. (Modified author abstract)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0777572
Entities
People
- A. Reingold
- S. H. Yarbrough
- W. B. Cleaveland
Organizations
- Vought