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Laser-assisted thermoplastic automated fiber placement (AFP) systems

Aviation

Application

Applicable LATP Process

Material (Reinf./Matrix)

Advantages

Wing Skins (Selective Panels

LATP + Hot Stamping

Carbon / PEEK, PEKK

Reduced weight, high toughness, rapid production

Ribs & Spars (Simplified)

In-situ LATP or LATP + vacuum forming

Carbon / PEKK, PPS

High stiffness, corrosion resistance, integration potential

Fuselage Panels (Lower Fuselage, Belly Panels)

LATP + Hot Stamping

Carbon / PPS, PEKK

Lightweight, damage-tolerant, weldable for integration

Floor Beams

In-situ LATP

Carbon / PEKK, PPS

High strength-to-weight ratio, flame resistance

Seat Structures

LATP + Vacuum Forming

Carbon or Glass / PEI, PPS

Lightweight, modular, recyclable, reduced part count

Engine Nacelle Inner Liners

LATP + Hot Stamping

Carbon / PEEK, PEKK

Heat resistance, toughness, noise-damping potential

Thrust Reverser Panels

LATP + Vacuum Forming

Carbon / PEKK

Heat resistance, weight saving, rapid repair

Cabin Partitions & Overhead Bins

In-situ LATP or LATP + Vacuum Forming

Glass / PEI, PPS

Flame resistance, aesthetic, integration-ready

Sidewall Panels

In-situ LATP

Glass / PPS, PEI

Fast install, recyclable, lightweight

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