Integrating antennas into composite aerostructures
ACASIAS project integrates Ku-band array antenna in novel AFP tape orthogrid with drastically reduced tooling for more fuel-efficient, multifunctional CFRP aircraft fuselage panel. Reduced orthogrid cost by using automated fiber placement with alternating cuts of tape at stiffener crossings to prevent buildup and a reusable silicone vacuum bag for cure. Read more.