Understanding aircraft composite construction : basics of materials and techniques for the non-engineer / by Zeke Smith.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This book wíll introduce the non-engineer to the basic principies and techniques of composite con.s l ruction as used ín the construction of air- craft or other applications whcre strong, lightweíght, structures are re- quired. You will understand how composites work, why they are strong, and how composite designel s apply the special properties to produce high performance structures. Read this book ifyou are considering building eithera manufactured kit or an aircraft design from plans, using any technology. Composite aircraft structures are desiyned differently from those using earlier technologies, such as wood oí metal. You will understand those differ- ences, including the advanta^es of composites. This book is intended for fhe aircraft home builder, but aiso describes the methods used by fully-tooled kit manufacturers.