Topic outline

  • Inspection of composite structures

    This unit of learning is part of the following learning pathways:


  • Learning outcome:

    Classification of composites and lightweights materials,aavanced inspection of composite structure damages, and selcetion of suitable inspection methods.

    Competences

    • To differentiate between the different typologies and shapes of composite materials.
    • To carry out all inspection processes – search, detect and diagnose of structural failures.
    • To assess, estimate and classify damages for determination for further repairing process according to the working conditions.
    • To be able to give clearance after a routine check or composite changes (ex. birds strike, cracks, hits, lightening, corrosion etc.)

    Knowledge

    • To know basic lightweights and composite materials properties.
    • To know the composite materials technologies (composition, types, properties, application…)
    • To know the damages types and resources of composite structures.
    • To know the basic Non-Destructive Testing methods and application.

    Skills

    • To determine the lightweights and composite materials properties, that required for the inspection process.
    • To follow instructions provided by approved technical documentation.
    • To navigate in the composite manual
    • To follow instruction in using the Non-Destructive-Test techniques (NDT) and assessment of their strengths and weaknesses.

    • Syllabus of Unit-3

      Unit -3

                     Syllabus Title

      Inspection of composite structures

      Topics

      Classroom hours

      Laboratory and practical hours

      1. Introduction to lightweights and composite materials.

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      2. Composite Structures technology.

      2.1. Composite structural design

      2.2. Reinforcement fiber

      2.3. Matrix system

       

      1.5

       

       

      2

      3. Inspection techniques NDT

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      1

      Unit assessment 

      0,5

      Duration – hours

      3.5

      3

      Total unit duration

      7 hrs.  =  1 days

       

       

      Main hands-on content

       

      Introduction of composite fiber types, monolithic and sandwich structure samples. Basic intro to non-destruction inspection method.


      		 



      • References ,textbook, and manuals:

        1. Structural composites: Advanced composites in aviation, 2013, book by Avotek Information Resources, LLC. USA, www.avotek.com

        2. Essentials of advanced composite fabrication & repair, by ABARIS training staff, 291 pages, published 2009 by Aviation Supplies & Academics ASA, Inc. www.asa2fly.com

        3. AviationMaintenanceTechnicianHandbook –Airframe, volume 1, chapter 07,FAA – 2012

        4. ARP5143: Vacuum Bagging of Thermosetting Composite Repairs

        5. ARP5256: Mixing Resins, Adhesives and Potting Compounds

        6. ARP5319: Impregnation of Dry Fabric and Ply Lay-Up

        7. ARP5701: Lay-Up of Pre-Preg Composite Materials

        8. Structural Repair Manuals SRM

        9. ARP 5089 Composite Repair NDT/NDI Handbook

        10. ARP 5144 Heat Application for Thermosetting Resin Curing

        11. AMS 2980A Technicial Specification: Carbon Fiber Fabric and Epoxy Resin Wet Lay-Up Repair Material

        12. AMS 3970 Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg.

        • Unit Assessment:

          Assessment sample of Unit-3:

          https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1S2kGHWJfxNheUgKAIGkGxx5knc8BSxC_7yuHMXf7mOA/edit?usp=sharing


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