Method for constructing a composite structure
AssigneeNorthrop Grumman Corporation
InventorsDavid E. Sherrill, Kendall G. Young
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Abstract
Amethod for constructing a composite structure is disclosed. The method comprises four steps. Step one calls for coupling a flexible layer to a base, where the flexible layer has a working surface and an underside surface. Step two requires coupling at least one support element to the underside surface of the flexible layer. The next step calls for coupling at least one adjustable element to the support element for adjusting the position of the flexible layer. The last step requires configuring the flexible layer to a configuration suitable for constructing the composite structure. More specifically, the flexible layer may have internal reinforcing elements for added strength and durability.
Claims12
A method for constructing a composite structure, the method comprising:
- coupling a flexible layer to a base, the flexible layer having a working surface and an underside surface;
- slidably couplilng at least one reinforcing element to and within the flexible layer;
- coupling at least one support element to the underside surface of the flexible layer;
- coupling at least one adjustable element to the support element;
- and
- configuring the flexible layer to a configuration suitable for constructing the composite structure.
A method for constructing a composite structure, the method comprising:
- securing a periphery of a flexible layer to a base, the flexible layer having a working surface and an underside surface;
- slidably coupling a plurality of reinforcing elements to and within the flexible layer;
- coupling a plurality of support elements to the underside surface of the flexible layer;
- coupling a plurality of adjustable elements to the support elements;
- adjusting the plurality of adjustable elements to configure the flexible layer to a configuration suitable for constructing the composite structure;
- placing the composite structure on the working surface of the flexible layer;
- and
- forming the composite structure.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.