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Aero Optimal is a Technical Consultancy Company providing specialised structural analysis services to industries with strength in solving unique and challenging technical problems with innovative and time-saving solutions.
We provide technical services through our core team of experts. We use the latest design analysis software and the in-house optimisation software tool, offering innovative rapid responses to our clients on time and within budget.
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We provide end-to-end support for the structural design development process:​
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Structural Testing (Coupon to Component)
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Structural Repair Manuals
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Manufacturing Support of QA and Repairs
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Liaison with partners in support of the engineering process from concept to market
About Us
Aero Optimal Ltd was established in 2006 to provide technical consultancy services to Aerospace industries and broader commercial markets in composite design and weight optimisation of stiffened composite panels (honeycomb/foam core sandwich and skin/stringers).
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One of the critical issues plaguing the adoption of composites is 'over-design. Over-design structures consume more materials and deliver heavier products than they should. This phenomenon in Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic is mainly due to its low impact damage strain allowable, reducing panel strength and affecting the aircraft's structure survivability.
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2011: Aero Optimal commenced the development of the first analytical optimisation tool interfacing with an industry-standard numerical analysis software tool, capable of verifying composite stiffened panel compliance while addressing weight minimisation for stiffness, strength, stability, and damage tolerance.
We have a proven pedigree of delivering lightweight structural solutions satisfying multiple design and certification requirements. We provide these solutions to an OEM from the initial geometrical definition through the entire certification and manufacturing support process.
Our technical services, combined with our research and development programme, improve the design concepts of stringer-stiffened skin and sandwich panels composite structures.
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Industries
Structural Design & Engineering
We use the latest industry-standard design analysis tool to 'Analyse and Optimise' metallic and composite structures (stringer stiffened or honeycomb/foam sandwich panels) typically employed in space and aerospace structures. The automotive, marine and green energy sectors are the broader commercial market.
We provide technical consultancy services in the following fields:
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Concept/configuration to certification and roll-out
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Stiffness, strength, stability, and damage tolerance analysis of skin/stringer stiffened or honeycomb/foam core sandwich panels.
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Design and stress analysis of composite structures
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Finite element analysis and justification/certification report
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Non-linear, thermal, dynamic, vibration and modal analysis consultancy
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Acquisition and definition of composite design allowable
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Solutions to composite manufacturing issues
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Classical analytical calculations remain an essential part of our analysis services.
Optimisation of Composite Structures
Design solutions for minimum structural mass are achieved by selecting appropriate manufacturable materials, efficient stacking sequences and optimum geometry for strength, stability, and damage tolerance due to the impact of external objects.
We use our in-house developed bespoke software tool to 'optimise' composite panels typically employed on all primary aerostructures and the automotive, marine, and green energy sectors.
Optimisation means the creation of minimum weight structures satisfying multiple certification criteria. The process moves from the initial concept, geometrical layout, and initial loading to a fully configured minimum weight solution based on stiffness, strength, stability, and damage tolerance.
Services
Structural Design & Engineering
We use the latest industry-standard design analysis tool to 'Analyse and Optimise' metallic and composite structures (stringer stiffened or honeycomb/foam sandwich panels) typically employed in space and aerospace structures. The automotive, marine and green energy sectors are the broader commercial market.
We provide technical consultancy services in the following fields:
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Concept/configuration to certification and roll-out
​
-
Stiffness, strength, stability, and damage tolerance analysis of skin/stringer stiffened or honeycomb/foam core sandwich panels.
-
Design and stress analysis of composite structures
​
-
Finite element analysis and justification/certification report
-
Non-linear, thermal, dynamic, vibration and modal analysis consultancy
-
Acquisition and definition of composite design allowable
​
-
Solutions to composite manufacturing issues
​
Classical analytical calculations remain an essential part of our analysis services.
Optimisation of Composite Structures
Design solutions for minimum structural mass are achieved by selecting appropriate manufacturable materials, efficient stacking sequences and optimum geometry for strength, stability, and damage tolerance due to the impact of external objects.
We use our in-house developed bespoke software tool to 'optimise' composite panels typically employed on all primary aerostructures and the automotive, marine, and green energy sectors.
Optimisation means the creation of minimum weight structures satisfying multiple certification criteria. The process moves from the initial concept, geometrical layout, and initial loading to a fully configured minimum weight solution based on stiffness, strength, stability, and damage tolerance.
