Ebook: Care and Repair of Advanced Composites

This Second Edition has been updated to keep pace with the growing use of composite materials in commercial aviation. Topics new to this edition include nondestructive inspection (NDI) methods, fasteners for composite materials, a method for the surface preparation of metals prior to adhesive bonding, and repair design.
Content:
Front Matter
Preface
• Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Composites and Care of Composite Parts
2. Materials
3. Handling and Storage
4. Manufacturing Techniques
5. Original Design Criteria
6. Safety and Environment
7. Damage and Repair Assessment
8. Source Documents
9. Structural Repair Manual (SRM) Repair Method Selection
10. Repair Techniques
11. Mechanical Fastening Systems
12. Documentation
13. Shop Equipment and Hand Tools
14. Tooling and Mold Making
15. Metal Bonding
16. Design Guide for Composite Parts
17. Repair Design
Index
• About the Authors