A gap filler under the tank will result both in the underside of the fus.
bulging under any significant load and in stressing the fus. in a manner not
previously considered.
I had thought of doing what you suggest too, but using a webbing strap not
carbon. But then thought better of it on the basis that no-one has yet
reported a problem with the existing arrangement; no matter how improbable
it looks.
Duncan McF.
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From: "Tony R" <tonyrenshaw@optusnet.com.au>
Subject: Europa-List: Carbon Bracing of fuel tank???
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> Gidday,
> Could those interested please take a look at the linked photo which
displays a potential setup I may use to reinforce my fuel tank. The concept
is to alleviate some of the forces that are on the 2 existing brackets that
supports the tank, which whilst large, act when loaded in a fashion I would
think is unfavourable strengthwise. I have often thought to fill the void
beneath my tank with something that transfers the weight of the tank onto
the fuselage beneath, and I haven't given up on this idea. You will note in
the attached photo my use of carbon tape to maintain the ideal dimension for
the setup. This inspired me to wonder if I could use it across the tank, and
up onto the sides of the module, ensuring it didn't interfere with the
mating of the sides of the module with any rebates in the glasswork of the
boat. So, does anyone think this could be a substitute for my trying to
transfer the weight of the fuel onto the fuselage below the tank, or should
I either persist with
> a "gap filler" beneath the tank, or lastly no doubt some/all will say "
do nothing" . In anticipation.
> Reg
> Tony Renshaw
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