How Long to Read Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings

How Long Does it Take to Read Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings?

It takes the average reader and 12 minutes to read Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings by Stephen J. Spadafora

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

ORGANIC COATINGS ARE PRIMARILY APPLIED TO aircraft for environmental protection and appearance. Reference [1] concludes, The rate controlling parameter for the corrosion of aircraft alloys, excluding the mechanical damage factor, is the degradation time of the protective coating system. This clearly indicates the importance of the coating system's durability and its ability to control corrosion and erosion. Relative to appearance, commercial aircraft benefit from the aesthetic characteristics of the coating system, while military aircraft rely on camouflage properties to minimize enemy detection and tracking during mission operations. To meet operational requirements, aircraft coating systems traditionally consist of a primer and a topcoat. Primers inhibit corrosion of the substrate and enhance adhesion of subsequent topcoats, while topcoats are applied for appearance and to enhance overall durability of the coating system. Self-priming topcoats, which perform as both primer and topcoat in a single coating, have recently been introduced [2,3]. In addition, specialty coatings are strategically applied to perform various functions such as protection against rain erosion, chafing, immersion in fuel, and high temperature. References [46] provide more detail on the formulation and properties of aircraft coatings. A number of factors affect the performance of aircraft coatings, including the substrate material, the aircraft's operational environment, and flight conditions. Aircraft structures and skins are manufactured from numerous metallic alloys and polymeric composites with a variety of pre-paint treatments, thus complicating the adhesion and corrosion inhibition characteristics of the coating system. Environmental conditions also can vary dramatically (arctic, tropical, marine, industrial, desert, et cetera). Skin temperatures during flight can range from 54 to 177C (65 to 350F) while ground conditions may be relatively benign or highly corrosive. Aircraft type and mission also play important roles in coating system performance. A commuter aircraft that hops from island to island in the tropics sees frequent pressurization and depressurization along with high temperature, humidity, and salt water. In contrast, a military tactical aircraft may fly far fewer hours but will experience extreme structural loads during flight conditions. These flight conditions place environmental and mechanical stresses on the aircraft coating system. Therefore, selection of appropriate test and evaluation procedures is an essential component for determining acceptable coatings for aircraft application [7].

How long is Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings?

Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings by Stephen J. Spadafora is 12 pages long, and a total of 3,024 words.

This makes it 4% the length of the average book. It also has 4% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes and 16 minutes to read Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings aloud.

What Reading Level is Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings?

Aerospace and Aircraft Coatings is suitable for students ages 6 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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