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The manufacturing process involves cutting individual ply shapes from the carbon fiber, which are then laminated together to form airframe components. Advanced laser projection units guide workers in positioning the plies accurately. Additionally, automatic fiber placement machines streamline this process by laying down strands of carbon fiber with precision.
The next step involves baking the laminated parts in a massive autoclave—a pressure chamber that ensures durability and integrity of the materials used. Following this, ultrasonic testing is employed to detect any potential flaws, affirming the quality and reliability of the components.