Interactive Graphics in the F-18 Design McDonnell Aircraft Company

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Howard, William L., author.

Conference Name:

Aerospace Engineering and Manufacturing Meeting (1976-11-30 : San Diego, California, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1976

Summary:

An interactive graphics system is being used extensively at McDonnell Aircraft Company (MCAIR) for the production design of the F-18 weapon system. Examples are discussed wherein computer graphics has been used in applications varying from preliminary design studies to finished detailing of production part drawings. Structural part definition, mechanism design, clearance and visibility studies, structural analysis and hydraulic system routing are cost-effective applications. Benefits among engineering groups and to downstream users of computer-stored geometry definitions are also discussed

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Publisher Number:

760937

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license