• flying_mechanic@lemmy.world
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        6 days ago

        The skin is comprised of a laminated structure, an outer chemically milled skin(to reduce weight) and a “waffle” structure known tear straps. Yes there’s rivets, but the structural strength is in that lamination between the waffle doubler.