The boeing company (20240293978). Forming Joints Between Composite Components simplified abstract
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Forming Joints Between Composite Components
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Inventor(s)
Marcos Pantoja of St. Louis MO (US)
Alexander M. Rubin of St. Louis MO (US)
Phillip John Crothers of Hampton East (AU)
Forming Joints Between Composite Components - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240293978 titled 'Forming Joints Between Composite Components
The abstract of this patent application describes composite joints and methods of forming them. The composite joint includes a first composite component, a second composite component, a thermoplastic joining film, and a carbon conductive layer.
- The first composite component is made of a thermoset material or a first thermoplastic material.
- The second composite component is made of a thermoset material or a third thermoplastic material.
- The thermoplastic joining film, made of a second thermoplastic material, is placed between the first and second composite components.
- The carbon conductive layer is present in the thermoplastic joining film.
Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for lightweight structural components - Automotive industry for high-performance parts - Electronics industry for advanced circuitry
Problems Solved: - Enhanced bonding strength between composite components - Improved conductivity within the joint
Benefits: - Increased structural integrity - Enhanced electrical conductivity - Lightweight design
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Composite Joints for High-Performance Applications This technology can be used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics for creating strong and conductive composite joints, leading to improved performance and efficiency in various applications.
Questions about Composite Joints: 1. How do composite joints impact the overall weight of a structure?
- Composite joints can contribute to reducing the overall weight of a structure due to their lightweight design and strong bonding capabilities.
2. What are the advantages of using thermoplastic joining films in composite joints?
- Thermoplastic joining films offer flexibility, ease of use, and improved conductivity in composite joints, making them a preferred choice in various industries.
Original Abstract Submitted
composite joints and methods of forming composite joints are presented. a composite joint comprising: a first composite component formed of one of a thermoset material or a first thermoplastic material; a second composite component formed of a thermoset material or a third thermoplastic material; a thermoplastic joining film formed of a second thermoplastic material between the first composite component and the second composite component, the second thermoplastic material different from the thermoset material, first thermoplastic material, and third thermoplastic material; and a carbon conductive layer in the thermoplastic joining film.
