A comprehensive, in-depth look at the principal materials and processes involved in manufacturing, inspecting, and repairing advanced composite aircraft structures.

This second edition has been updated to keep pace with the growing use of composite materials in commercial aviation. Topics new to this edition include nondestructive inspection (NDI) methods, fasteners for composite materials, a method for the surface preparation of metals prior to adhesive bonding, and repair design.

Chapters cover:

- Introduction to Composites and Care of Composite Parts
- Materials; Handling and Storage
- Manufacturing Techniques
- Original Design Criteria; Safety and Environment
- Damage and Repair Assessment
- Source Documents
- Structural Repair Manual (SRM) Repair Method Selection
- Repair Techniques
- Mechanical Fastening Systems;
- Documentation
- Shop Equipment and Hand Tools
- Tooling and Mold Making;
- Metal Bonding
- Design Guide for Composite Parts
- Repair Design.

Although Care and Repair of Advanced Composites has been written primarily for use in aircraft repair, all composite repair technicians regardless of the type of vehicle or component they work on will benefit from reading this book. Among the industries this includes are automotive, marine, railway, wind power generation, and sporting goods.