Methods for Metrology Assisted Composite Part Production Part 1 Nikon Metrology

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Holden, Holden, author.

Contributor:

Brady, Neil

Heley, Jim

Lightowler, Paul

Mee, Kevin

Morgan, Ben

Conference Name:

SAE 2010 Aerospace Manufacturing and Automated Fastening Conference & Exhibition (2010-09-28 : Wichita, Kansas, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 2010

Summary:

Composite parts are difficult to produce, especially the control of the part thickness. This paper/presentation is in two parts, and describes an innovative process using integrated metrology for composite part manufacturing of a generic wing flap. This first paper describes the composite assembly process from a metrology focus and how an integrated Laser Radar system is used to measure actual thickness build-up compared to theoretical CAD/CAM nominal.The second paper is on the automation capability of making the part. A robot is used to apply the composite ply's/tows. To analyze the machines capability and tune performance a high speed photogrammetry system is used. It is also used for automated placement of honeycombed structures within the part build, where guided assembly can be automated in future

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Publisher Number:

2010-01-1860

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license