摘要 |
A combined composite and metal hybrid component 21, and a method of forming said component, comprising a substantially sheet-like or web-like planar body portion 210, made of a composite material, at least one stiffening member 211, 213, 215, 217 made of a generally rigid material particularly metal and at least one stiffening member 212, 214, 216 made of a composite material, and co-curing the component in a vacuum bag, such that the metal stiffening member is formed against the composite stiffening member and the metal stiffening member remains a part of the hybrid composite component. The method is particularly suitable for bonding fuselage or wing skins to stiffening members. |