This paper discusses the results of a design project with the goal to research and promote the use of Fiber Metal Laminates (FML) in other applications than currently under exploration. In vieuw of one of the strong points of Glare (an FML of glass fiber reinforced epoxy prepreg between aluminum sheets), superior fatigue properties compared to solid aluminum, an in-flight opening door of a fighter aircraft was selected to be designed in a new FML. This fighter door is subject to a high acoustic loading and operated at high temperature. This paper deals with the design and analysis of the component in an FML of titanium and a carbon fiber reinforced polymer. Also tests on material and component level are discussed.@en

This report summarizes the results from the JSF-FML Boeing weapon Bay Door project. This project started as an attempt to get Fibre Metal Laminates on the Joint Strike Fighter of the Boeing Company. The contents of the project has evolved due to the changing situation in the JSF project and Boeings position with respect to the applicability of FML and due to the decision of the US-Government to select Lockheed for further development of the JSF.@en