SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ASSEMBLING CONFORMAL ARRAYS

摘要

Systems and methods according to the present disclosure for assembling conformal arrays utilize an outer tool for insertion into an open cell of a conformal array, an inner tool for insertion into the outer tool, and an adhesive source for delivering adhesive to the edges of the open cell via the inner tool and the outer tool. An assembled conformal array includes adhesive extending along the edges of the open cell.

主权项

1. A method of assembling a conformal array, comprising:
positioning a core of the conformal array relative to and into engagement with a structural back skin of the conformal array, whereby the core and the structural back skin collectively define an open cell having edges defined by adjacent inner faces of the open cell; inserting an outer tool into the open cell, wherein the outer tool defines a cavity and a pathway; inserting an inner tool into the cavity of the outer tool, wherein the inner tool defines a conduit; and delivering adhesive to the edges of the open cell via the conduit of the inner tool and the pathway of the outer tool.