Patent ID: 7312274
Filing Date: 2007-12-25
Classification: B29D,B32B,C04B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A composition for use in a ceramic composite stiffener including a web portion, at least one flange portion, a radius region disposed between the web portion and the at least one flange portion, a skin member that is secured to the at least one flange portion and the radius region, the composition being applied along the radius region adjacent the skin member, the composition comprising: about 55% to 72% by weight ceramic particles; about 1% to 3% by weight plasticizers; and about 20% to 26% by weight silica-yielding liquids; and sufficient solvent to permit mixing of the components and forming a pliable composition having a putty-like consistency capable of being rolled into a cylinder, wherein the cylinder conforms to and substantially fills a void between the radius region and the skin member; and wherein the ceramic particles range in size from about −20 mesh to about +50 mesh.