Adhesive Terminology
A list of terms used in the description of adhesive properties and manufacture. more......
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The second method of composite bonding is termed "adhesive bonding". Adhesive bonding involves assembling component parts together using a structural adhesive in place of resins and fiberglass.
These are in turn covered with a skin of sheet aluminum, attached by riveting or by bonding with special adhesives.
Under these conditions the seaplane may assume a "ploughing" or nose-up position, but may not "unstick" or get "on the step" because of the adhesive action of smooth water; consequently, ...
This adhesive is a relatively fast-cure type, available in various thicknesses and cure times. (Similar to "Super Glue".) There are many types used in model building. Refer to owners manual of kit to determine if used.
In glass
laminated boats, epoxy's superiority to polyester resins as a stable moisture resistant adhesive
reduces the possibility of delamination and gel coat blistering caused by moisture penetration.
 See also: Aircraft, Plane, Direct, Wing, Structure
  
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