Tape Technologies to Replace Paint on Aircraft and Protect Aircraft Surfaces from Erosion, Corrosion and Abrasion

972610

08/05/1997

Event
SAE Airframe/Engine Maintenance and Repair Conference and Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
A discussion of the use of tape technologies that can replace paint on aircraft and be used as an aircraft surface protection layer to help prevent or minimize erosion, corrosion, and abrasion damage. A review of the performance parameters required of the aerospace market and some of the economic and environmental incentives for using tape technologies to provide aircraft livery and surface protection. A systems overview discussing the issues relating to the product design features and characteristics, application, non-destructive testing and inspection, and removal techniques of tape systems. Demonstrated private, commercial and military aerospace examples of the use of tape technology that can improve aircraft longevity, reduce maintenance time and cost, and improve performance. Unclassified discussion of the use of tape technology as an alternative coating for drag reduction, paint replacement, and signature control. Review of certain 3M Aerospace's activities with Airbus, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and the National Institute of Standards & Technology Advanced Technology Program.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/972610
Pages
6
Citation
Ihbe, T., "Tape Technologies to Replace Paint on Aircraft and Protect Aircraft Surfaces from Erosion, Corrosion and Abrasion," SAE Technical Paper 972610, 1997, https://doi.org/10.4271/972610.
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Publisher
Published
Aug 5, 1997
Product Code
972610
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English