Formen von Strukturelementen

摘要

A method and tool for forming a support structure (25) for an aerodynamic profile-defining sheet of material (4) are provided. The method includes supporting the material (4) in a profile-defining configuration, forming a mould tool for the support structure at least in part from the reverse surface (7) of the sheet of material (4), forming a layup of fibre reinforcing material (3, 5) together with plastics matrix material in the mould tool and consolidating the support structure (25) by the application of heat and pressure as necessary.