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Old February 15th 05, 02:05 AM
Shin Gou
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Default why isn't there composite tube fuselage design?

I am just wondering...if composite materials are stronger and lighter
than steel, why composites tubes aren't glued together to form the
fuselage frame just like the traditional 4103 steel tubes being welded
together? Any reasons?

Shin Gou
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Warrenton, VA