The new edition of the well known Care and Repair of Advanced Composites, 3rd Edition, improves on the usefulness of this practical guide geared towards the aerospace industry.
Keith B. Armstrong, the original lead author of the first edition was still in charge of this project, counting on the expert support of Eric Chesmar, senior composites specialist at United Airlines. Mr. Chesmar is also an active member of SAE International’s CACRC (Commercial Aircraft Composite Repair Committee), an elite group of industry experts dedicated to the standardization, safety, security, and efficiency of composite repairs in the airline industry.
Mr. Francois Museux (Airbus) and Mr. William F. Cole II also contributed. Care and Repair of Advanced Composites, 3rd Edition, presents a fully updated approach to the training syllabus recommended for repair design engineers and composite repair mechanics. Metal bonding has been included partly because the defi nition of “composite” can be interpreted to include metal-skinned honeycomb panels, and partly because some composite parts have metal fi ttings or reinforcements that must be treated before bonding. This third edition also covers a number of the problems experienced in service, some of which may be applicable to metallic sandwich panels, offers suggestions for design improvements, including repair design as a particular topic, and regulatory changes.
Care and Repair of Advanced Composites, 3rd Edition, provides solid technical information and training for a wide range of airline staff.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Introduction to Composites and Care of Composite Parts
Chapter 2 : Materials
Chapter 3 : Handling and Storage
Chapter 4 : Manufacturing Techniques
Chapter 5 : Original Design Criteria
Chapter 6 : Safety and Environment
Chapter 7 : Damage and Repair Assessment
Chapter 8 : Source Documents
Chapter 9 : Structural Repair Manual (SRM) Repair Method Selection
Chapter 10 : Repair Techniques
Chapter 11 : Mechanical Fastening Systems
Chapter 12 : Documentation
Chapter 13 : Shop Equipment and Hand Tools
Chapter 14 : Tooling and Mold Making
Chapter 15 : Metal Bonding
Chapter 16 : Design Guide for Composite Parts
Chapter 17 : Repair Design
About the Authors
Index
