Revolutionizing Aircraft Materials and Processes

Revolutionizing Aircraft Materials and Processes

Author: Spiros Pantelakis

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-03-11

Total Pages: 405

ISBN-13: 303035346X

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This book addresses the emerging needs of the aerospace industry by discussing recent developments and future trends of aeronautic materials. It is aimed at advancing existing materials and fostering the ability to develop novel materials with less weight, increased mechanical properties, more functionality, diverse manufacturing methods, and recyclability. The development of novel materials and multifunctional materials has helped to increase efficiency and safety, reduce costs, and decrease the environmental foot print of the aeronautical industry. In this book, integral metallic structures designed by disruptive concepts, including topology optimization and additive manufacturing, are highlighted.


Materials, Structures and Manufacturing for Aircraft

Materials, Structures and Manufacturing for Aircraft

Author: Melih Cemal Kuşhan

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2022-04-25

Total Pages: 423

ISBN-13: 3030918734

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This book offers a comprehensive look at materials science topics in aerospace, air vehicle structures and manufacturing methods for aerospace products, examining recent trends and new technological developments. Coverage includes additive manufacturing, advanced material removal operations, novel wing systems, design of landing gear, eco-friendly aero-engines, and light alloys, advanced polymers, composite materials and smart materials for structural components. Case studies and coverage of practical applications demonstrate how these technologies are being successfully deployed. Materials, Structures & Manufacturing for Aircraft will appeal to a broad readership in the aviation community, including students, engineers, scientists, and researchers, as a reference source for material science and modern production techniques.


Aerospace Manufacturing Processes

Aerospace Manufacturing Processes

Author: Pradip K. Saha

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2016-09-19

Total Pages: 462

ISBN-13: 1315350939

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Manufacturing processes for aircraft components include broad activities consisting of multiple materials processing technologies. This book focuses on presenting manufacturing process technologies exclusively for fabricating major aircraft components. Topics covered in a total of twenty chapters are presented with a balanced perspective on the relevant fundamentals and various examples and case studies. An individual chapter is aimed at discussing the scope and direction of research and development in producing high strength lighter aircraft materials, and cost effective manufacturing processes are also included.


Understanding Aircraft Structures

Understanding Aircraft Structures

Author: John Cutler

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Published: 2006-02-10

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9781405120326

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This book explains aircraft structures so as to provide a basic understanding of the subject and the terminology used, as well as illustrating some of the problems. It provides a brief historical background, and covers parts of the aeroplane, loads, structural form, materials, processes, detail design, quality control, stressing, and the documentation associated with modification and repairs. The Fourth Edition takes account of new materials and the new European regulatory system.


Manufacturing Processes and Materials, Fourth Edition

Manufacturing Processes and Materials, Fourth Edition

Author: George F. Schrader

Publisher: Society of Manufacturing Engineers

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 866

ISBN-13: 0872635171

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This best-selling textbook for major manufacturing engineering programs across the country masterfully covers the basic processes and machinery used in the job shop, tool room, or small manufacturing facility. At the same time, it describes advanced equipment and processes used in larger production environments. Questions and problems at the end of each chapter can be used as self-tests or assignments. An Instructor's Guide is available to tailor a more structured learning experience. Additional resources from SME, including the Fundamental Manufacturing Processes videotape series can also be used to supplement the book's learning objectives. With 31 chapters, 45 tables, 586 illustrations, 141 equations and an extensive index, Manufacturing Processes & Materials is one of the most comprehensive texts available on this subject.