Aircraft composite materials
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- Q1Which of the following is a characteristic of aircraft composite materials?Corrosion resistanceEasy repairLow costHigh strength-to-weight ratio30s
- Q2Which type of material is commonly used for aircraft wings?PlasticComposite materialsSteelAluminum30s
- Q3What is the primary advantage of using composite materials in aircraft construction?Easy repairLow costHigh strength-to-weight ratioCorrosion resistance30s
- Q4Which of the following is a commonly used composite material in aircraft?Carbon fiber reinforced polymerSteelPlasticAluminum30s
- Q5What is the purpose of using composite materials in aircraft?To reduce weight and increase fuel efficiencyTo increase costTo make repairs easierTo improve corrosion resistance30s
- Q6Which of the following is a disadvantage of using composite materials in aircraft construction?Susceptibility to corrosionLow strengthHigher manufacturing costsDifficult repair30s
- Q7What is the main advantage of using composite materials in aircraft construction?Corrosion resistanceLow costHigh strength-to-weight ratioEasy repair30s
- Q8Which of the following is an example of a composite material used in aircraft?TitaniumFiberglassBrassCopper30s
- Q9What is the purpose of using honeycomb structures in composite aircraft materials?To enhance flexibilityTo reduce weightTo improve heat resistanceTo increase stiffness and strength30s
- Q10Why is plywood commonly used in aircraft wooden structures?Enhances aerodynamic performanceReduces weightProvides strength and rigidityImproves fuel efficiency30s
- Q11Which of the following is a disadvantage of using wood in aircraft structures?Susceptible to rot and insect damageLightweight and flexibleLow maintenanceHighly resistant to fire30s
- Q12What is the purpose of fabric covering in aircraft wooden structures?Protects the wooden structure from weather and abrasionProvides additional structural supportAdds decorative elements to the aircraftReduces drag and increases speed30s
- Q13Which aircraft component provides the main load-bearing structure in wooden aircraft?EngineWingsTail sectionFuselage30s
- Q14What is a disadvantage of using wooden structures in aircraft compared to metal structures?Lightweight and easy to repairSusceptible to warping and swellingResistant to corrosionHighly conductive of electricity30s
- Q15What is the purpose of wing spars in aircraft wooden structures?To provide structural support and strength to the wingsTo store fuel for the aircraftTo increase drag and stabilityTo house the landing gear30s