Method of forming a structural connection between a spar cap and a fairing for a wind turbine blade

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PATENT NO 9863258
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14667538

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A method of forming a structural connection between a spar cap 14 and an aerodynamic fairing 12. A composite comprising an uncured matrix and a compressible solid is applied between the spar cap and fairing and is then compressed and cured to adhere the fairing to the spar cap. The cured matrix composite has a void volume of at least 20%. The high void volume means that as the fairing is compressed into place and compresses the composite, it has space in which to deform so as not to place undue stress on the fairing and to produce a lightweight connection.

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BLADE DYNAMICS LIMITEDEASTLEIGH HAMPSHIRE SO53 4SE

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Behmer, Harald Newport, GB 17 115
Hayden, Paul Cowes, GB 9 30

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