Semi-monocoque
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Semi-monocoque is a noun meaning A modification of the monocoque design to include reinforcing members such as stringers or frames to increase strength while minimizing weight.
Meaning
A modification of the monocoque design to include reinforcing members such as stringers or frames to increase strength while minimizing weight.
Example Sentences
Incredibly strong, and capable of supporting the weight of several people, the cardboard laminates operate as semi-monocoques with an intermediary plywood armature.
The semi-monocoque construction provided higher strength with less weight, the aerodynamic shape required less horsepower to pull (improving gas mileage) and it provided smoother towing.
Semi-monocoque is the most popular type of structure used in aircraft nowadays, composed of a long tube shape with a large number of longitudinal reinforcements (stringers) and circumferential reinforcements (frames) which carry all stresses .
Word Forms
- semi-monocoques
- semimonocoque
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include semimonocoque, monocoque, monohull, monoplast, monoblock, monoxyle.
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