Abstract
Abstract This work introduces the design and manufacturing of a wingbox based on a cellular hexagonal morphology, and produced using kirigami techniques. The wingbox is manufactured in autoclave-cured woven kevlar fabric using ply-cutting patterns designed around an airfoil profile. The cellular wingbox can be completely of partially folded, providing some shape adapting capabilities for possible morphing applications. A numerical and analytical evaluation of the torsional stiffness of the wingbox with novel elastomeric face skins is also performed.
| Translated title of the contribution | A Cellular Kirigami Morphing Wingbox Concept |
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| Original language | English |
| Pages (from-to) | 935 - 944 |
| Journal | Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures |
| Volume | 22 |
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| Publication status | Published - 2011 |