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Crashworthy Helicopter Sub-floor Structure

Crashworthy Helicopter Sub-floor Structure

Crashworthy Helicopter Sub-floor Structure

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Hi guys,


I am researching the crashworthiness (more specifically, the energy absorbtion efficiency) of helicopter subfloor structures using FEA. Currently, the subfloor structure has to be designed so as to limit the deceleration forces transmitted to passengers. This is achieved through a series of beams and bulkheads. The beams are I-beams but the web (the vertical bit) is in the shape of a sine-wave when viewed in planform.

It is these beams I am concerned with. Could anyone point in the direction of e.g. a drop test involving these beams or efficiency of the web shape etc. If anyone could offer some experience or comments I would be very grateful.

Thanks for your time,

RE: Crashworthy Helicopter Sub-floor Structure

I think actual drop tests for helicopter floors were done in the sixties.  You'll probably have to visit an actual library to find them.

Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA

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