Optimization of Materials and Processes on Co-Cured Composite Homeycomb Panels

摘要

Airbus A330/340 leading edge honeycomb panels have been built by The Aerostructures Corporation since 1989. These honeycomb panels are relatively flat in contour and are located behind the curved metal portion of the leading edge. The upper leading edge panels are fabricated of woven fibergalss skins and Nomex honeycomb, whereas the lower edge panels are fabricated of woven carbon skins and Nomex honeycomb. In addition, around the panel periphery, the lower carbon skins use Syncore syntactice foam between carbon plies.