How TriStar Helped Extend the Life of the C-5 Galaxy
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INDUSTRY | Military | Government, Aerospace |
ASSET TYPE | Application Case Studies |
TriStar played a crucial role in extending the operational life of the U.S. military's C-5 Galaxy aircraft by developing a new seal for the mid-wing joint, a critical component for maintaining the aircraft's structural integrity. The original foam insulation, essential for preventing corrosion, became unavailable, prompting TriStar to engineer a bondable elastomer seal that could withstand extreme temperatures, resist abrasion, and remain flexible during flight.