Rotorcraft access panel from recycled carbon PPS – The world’s first flying fully recycled thermoplastic composite application in aerospace
Thomas de Bruijn, F. W. J. van Hattum
Abstract
A rotorcraft access panel is developed and was successfully flight tested. Utilizing a novel recycling route, the panel is lighter, more cost-effective and of recycled thermoplastic composites.
Topics & Concepts
AerospaceThermoplastic compositesThermoplasticComposite numberMaterials scienceEngineeringComposite materialWaste managementAerospace engineeringGraphite, nuclear technology, radiation studiesAdvanced Aircraft Design and TechnologiesSpacecraft Design and Technology