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Old 01-27-2014, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by sahartman21
The leading edge is being made with carbon fiber tow.

Approximately 8 widths of 12,000 pound tow is used.

Finishing epoxy is applied to the tow prior to going to the next steps.
Scott,

Can you explain a little more about the Carbon Fiber Leading Edge? The carbon fiber appears to be behind/underneath the upper & lower sheeting, is that correct?

Thanks,
Ben