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STRESSED-SKIN STRUCTURE [1 record]

Record 1 1993-09-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Aeroindustry
  • Civil Engineering
DEF

A structure in which part of the stresses imposed is taken by a specially-designed skin. [no 2547]

DEF

Structure clad with thin elements designed to contribute to the strength of the whole.

OBS

stressed skin structure: Term and definition standardized by ISO.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Constructions aéronautiques
  • Génie civil
DEF

Structure revêtue d'éléments minces calculés pour contribuer à la résistance de l'ensemble.

CONT

cloison verticale réalisée par une structure à revêtement travaillant qui possède l'élasticité nécessaire pour supporter les diverses tensions de l'appareil. [03]

Spanish

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