Computer Simulation to Establish Structural Design and Inspection Criteria.

摘要

The paper presents a plan for FAA development of a method to establish aircraft structural inspection programs on a more rational scientific basis. The structure of a commercial air transport is inspected periodically to detect defects or damage before such deficiencies become hazardous and preferably before extensive repair is required. While the airline safety record is considered good and has been improving,there have still been accidents and incidents in recent years as a result of failures from defects which were not detected. Hazards or failure causes for this paper are classified as -fatigue and corrosion;birth defects as production or design defects;and service operational or maintenance damage. (Modified author abstract)