Dual tandem composite cylinder assembly.

摘要

Duel tandem composite cylinder assembly (1, 96) includes a cylinder (2) having circumferential or hoop stress windings (20,21) surrounding a pair of hydraulic chambers (3, 4) in series to react the circumferential loads and prevent diametrical expansion of the hydraulic chambers. Longitudinal tension windings (70) extend over substantially the entire length of the cylinder outwardly of the circumferential windings to react the axial loads which the cylinder must contain. Compressive cylinder composite windings (65, 95) are also provided for carrying compressive loads generated within the cylinder. The hydraulic chambers are desirably lined with removable liner members (22, 23) to facilitate changing of seals and refurbishment of the cylinder.