Patent ID: 6095715
Filing Date: 2000-08-01
Classification: B29C,B62D,E04C,Y10T

Abstract:
A monocoque joint, comprising:a first skin portion having a first exterior surface and a first interior surface;a second skin portion having a second exterior surface and a second interior surface;a plurality of web sections, each of said web sections being in communication with said first interior surface and said second interior surface;said web sections and said first and second interior surfaces defining a plurality of core regions, each of said core regions including a core material; andfirst and second tapered flange sections disposed on opposing ends of said joint;said first and second flange sections being formed integrally with said first and second skin portions;said first and second flange sections being adapted to receive a preformed panel;said joint providing a substantially continuous integral load path whereby when said first and second flange sections are operatively attached to preformed panels and subjected to a load the load is substantially uniformly transmitted to said panels.