Prediction of variation in wingbox assembly operation by Finite Element Method

Roy Sim*, Mozafar Saadat, Farid Najafi

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The civil aircraft industry often involves assembly of large deformable aluminium components within the wingbox structures. Part-to-part assembly of these compliant components regularly cause difficulties associated with dimensional variations. This paper presents a method for predicting dimensional variation in the assembly processes of a wing-box structure. A case study of the Airbus wing-box assembly process has been illustrated for this purpose. Finite Element Method and experimental tests are conducted on the rib structure based on the site measurement gathered from Airbus assembly factory.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2008 World Automation Congress, WAC 2008
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Event2008 World Automation Congress, WAC 2008 - Waikoloa, HI, United States
Duration: 28 Sept 20082 Oct 2008

Publication series

Name2008 World Automation Congress, WAC 2008

Conference

Conference2008 World Automation Congress, WAC 2008
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWaikoloa, HI
Period28/09/082/10/08

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering

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