A joint connect assembly may include a metallic ring connector (304) configured to couple with one or more tubular composite beams (222). The joint connect assembly may include a layer (302) arranged between the metallic ring connector and an external surface of the one or more tubular composite beams. The layer may be formed of a material configured to reduce local stress concentrations on the one or more tubular composite beams. The material of the layer may be an elastomeric material, e.g., the layer may include at least one of a natural rubber, synthetic rubber, or a combination thereof.
COMPOSITE BEAM JOINT FOR AIRCRAFT SEAT FRAME
VERBUNDTRÄGERVERBINDUNG FÜR FLUGZEUGSITZRAHMEN
JOINT DE POUTRE COMPOSITE POUR CADRE DE SIÈGE D'AÉRONEF
2025-08-06
Patent
Electronic Resource
English