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Handling of Large Components for Aircraft Assembly Using an Adaptable Network of Different Kinematic Units

Journal Article
2013-01-2334
ISSN: 1946-3855, e-ISSN: 1946-3901
Published September 17, 2013 by SAE International in United States
Handling of Large Components for Aircraft Assembly Using an Adaptable Network of Different Kinematic Units
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Citation: Mueller, R. and Vette, M., "Handling of Large Components for Aircraft Assembly Using an Adaptable Network of Different Kinematic Units," SAE Int. J. Aerosp. 6(1):342-349, 2013, https://doi.org/10.4271/2013-01-2334.
Language: English

Abstract:

Today's assembly devices used for large-volume components in the aerospace industry are characterized by their inflexibility. This inflexibility is evident by the common use of custom designed rigid structures and specially adapted solutions for a single task. This paper describes an approach for a flexible assembly device, using the example of an aircraft section assembly, capable of integrating and exchanging different kinematic units making it highly adaptable to a variety of assembly tasks and product types. This reconfigurable assembly device uses an integrated measuring system enabling it to handle and assemble different large components with high tolerance requirements.