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  1. U

    Thickness of 6061-T6 Wing Ribs

    Greetings Builders, I am building my own design, tailless, aircraft. Wingspan is 40’. I am going to use 6061-T6 for the wing ribs.However, I’m running into a little snag... What gauge should I use. What do most aircrafts call for? The only blueprints I have is for a Pietenpol and that’s all...
  2. DaveD

    Minimum Composite Thickness/Layup

    I'm suprised there isn't already a thread on this, but I couldn't find one specifically. Digging around in other threads I found a few suggestions for minimums but there is obviously a degree of personal preference. Here's what I've come up with: Glass (GRP): Billski mensions 3×7oz UNI...
    • DaveD
    • Thread
    • composite gage handling thickness
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    • Forum: Composites
  3. M

    Canopy Stress

    Hi, does anybody know how to calculate acrylic or polycarbonate molded canopy thickness based on it's area for pressurized tandem 2 seat airplane? Pressure difference is 5psi. I'm not sure if canopy can be made from 1 piece or separate for pilot in front seat and 2nd. pilot in back seat. I...
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