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STR 262 - Advanced Aircraft Composite Repair II

6 Contact Hours, 3 Credits
1.50 lecture periods 4.50 lab periods


Intermediate level of composite layup and vacuum bagging techniques for complex shapes, fabrication of potted honeycomb core assemblies, manufacturing composite component parts, knowledge of machining, trimming and drilling composite components, surface preparation methods/secondary bonding of structures, component assembly methods and techniques, as well as a fundamental understanding of the documentation and record keeping required to support composite manufacturing.

Prerequisite(s): STR 260  
Button linking to AZ Transfer course equivalency guide 

Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Recall proficient knowledge of quality assurance in the production of advanced composites, and structural design considerations. 
  2. Recall proficient knowledge of molding methods and practices, layup techniques and the machining, trimming and drilling of advanced composites. 
  3. Demonstrate proficient knowledge on following proper documentation and quality assurance procedures to fabricate and assemble an advanced composite structure.
Outline:
  1. Quality Assurance in Manufacturing
    1. Planning
    2. In-Process Inspection
    3. Documentation and Record Keeping Systems
  2. Structural Design Considerations
    1. Advantages/Disadvantages
    2. Typical Sandwich Design
    3. Solid Laminate and Monolithic Design
    4.  Joint Types
    5. Core Materials
    6. Impact Resistance
    7. Ply Orientation, Balance, and Symmetry
    8. Electromagnetic Effects (EME)
    9. Conductive Layers
    10. Sealants
    11. Primers
    12. Finishes
    13. Acoustic Properties
    14. Sonic Fatigue
    15. Elevated Surface Temperature Requirements
    16. Erosion Protection
    17. Galvanic Compatibility
    18. Transmissivity
  3. Molding Methods and Practices
    1. Semi-Permanent Release Agents
    2. Vacuum Bagging Complex Shapes and Geometries
    3. Hot Drape Forming
    4. Hand Layups - Prepreg
    5. Automated Tape Laying and Automated Fiber Placements
    6. Oven and Autoclave Equipment
    7. Thermoforming
    8. Compression Molding
    9. Resin Transfer Molding
    10. Bladder Molding
  4. Tooling Types and Functions
    1. Tool and Part Design
    2. Metal Vs Composite Tooling
    3. Elastomeric Mandrels, Bladders, and Cauls
    4. Reusable Vacuum Bags
    5. Jigs and Fixtures
  5. Release Agents
    1. Mold surface preparation
    2. Tool Sealers
    3. Releasing Agents
  6. Layup Techniques
    1. Applying heat
    2. Interim Debulking
    3. Ply Verification tabs
  7. Machining, Trimming, and Drilling Composites
    1. Overview of Machining Methods and Practices
    2. Rotary Cutting
    3. Waterjet
    4. Laser
    5. Drilling Tools and Techniques
    6. Mechanical Fastening Considerations
    7. Bonded Fasteners and Inserts