Embraer And Triumph To Flight-Test Thermoplastic Structure

Aerostructures supplier Triumph Group is to cooperate with Embraer to demonstrate a thermoplastic primary structure in flight. Triumph has developed a thermoplastic elevator control surface that is assembled using induction welding. The primary detail parts for the elevator structure will be made of...
Graham Warwick

Graham leads Aviation Week's coverage of technology, focusing on engineering and technology across the aerospace industry, with a special focus on identifying technologies of strategic importance to aviation, aerospace and defense.

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