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UK funding (£7,479,541): OptiComp (Wing Project) Ukri1 Oct 2018 UK Research and Innovation, United Kingdom
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OptiComp (Wing Project)
| Abstract | Optimised Composite Wings and Aerostructures (OptiComp) is a five year, Innovate UK grant funded R&D project, which commenced in October 2018. It is led by Short Brothers PLC (t/a Spirit AeroSystems Belfast), and includes participation and investment by the following consortium partners: Datum Tool Design Ltd, Loop Technology Ltd and Maher Ltd. The aim is to help ensure that Spirit AroSystems Belfast, and UK aerospace in general, are positioned as global leaders in the design, development and production of large complex aerostructures (particularly wings). Major themes include: optimised skin fabrication and performance; automated stringer and spar fabrication; automation of torque box assembly processes; out-of-autoclave resin transfer infusion (OoA RTI); low-cost control surfaces; supporting technologies; and, “near net shape” fittings. |
| Category | BEIS-Funded Programmes |
| Reference | 113177 |
| Status | Closed |
| Funded period start | 01/10/2018 |
| Funded period end | 31/03/2024 |
| Funded value | £7,479,541.00 |
| Source | https://gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=113177 |
Participating Organisations
| SHORT BROTHERS PLC |
£7,036,759.00 |
| LOOP TECHNOLOGY LIMITED |
£210,533.00 |
| MAHER LIMITED |
£117,532.00 |
| DATUM TOOL DESIGN LTD |
£114,716.00 |
The filing refers to a past date, and does not necessarily reflect the current state. The current state is available on the following page: Short Brothers plc, Belfast.
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