Detailed Three-Dimensional Modeling of the C-130 Center Wing ...
Detailed Three-Dimensional Modeling of the C-130 Center Wing ...
Detailed Three-Dimensional Modeling of the C-130 Center Wing ...
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Background / Purpose<br />
• Transport airframe since late 1950s<br />
• ≈ $40-60 million per airframe<br />
• ≈ $6-7 million per CWB<br />
• 6-7 figures ($) per PDM inspection<br />
• Develop a robust high fidelity 3D finite element model<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> C-<strong>130</strong> CWB with discretely modeled fasteners<br />
• Residual life / residual strength calculations<br />
• Anticipate cracking scenarios<br />
• Quickly analyze new cracking scenarios (Battle Damage)<br />
• SHM system design & sensor placement<br />
• Fleet management (i.e. Inspection Int., Retirement, etc.)<br />
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