Interface system between composite tubing and end fittings

摘要

An interface system (10) between an end of a filament composite tube (12) and a rigid interior end fitting (14). The system includes a plurality of traplocks (22) having varying wall thicknesses at the bases thereof. The traplocks also have varying angles of the bearing faces thereof. A Y-shaped seal is disposed between an inboard end of the fitting and the inside of the composite tube. <IMAGE>