Development of a Graphite Horizontal Stabilizer.

Abstract

The final assembly bonding, nondestructive inspection, and static testing of the second graphite-epoxy horizontal stabilizer for the A4 Skyhawk are discussed. The fit checks, bonding technique, and Fokker bond test results for the final assembly bond of the upper skin panel are described. Strain data are presented for static tests in two critical load conditions (i.e., maximum elevator load and maximum stabilizer load). Predicted and actual strain plots indicating good correlation are presented for selected strain gages. (Author-PL)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1974
Accession Number
AD0782646

Entities

People

  • George M. Lehman

Organizations

  • Douglas

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Airfoils
  • Assembly
  • Gages
  • Graphitic Materials
  • Horizontal Stabilizers
  • Inspection
  • Stabilization Systems
  • Static Tests
  • Strain Gages

Readers

  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.
  • Structural Health Monitoring of Composite Structures.