High Temperature Multifunctional Applique

"The development of applique technology as an alternative to current paint coating systems is important to all aircraft manufacturers and end users, especially th eend users in the military. This is due to the tremendous savings that may be realized viathe elimination of hazardous solvents, materials and by-products currently required for application, maintenance, removal, and repair of current paint based systems. In this proposal we will develop novel fluoropolymer paint replacement applique systemsthat will provide thermal stability up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit with the additional inclusion of a non-toxic corrosion inhibitor directly into the single coat applique system.BENEFITS: The defense and commercial aviation industry will directly benefitfrom a one coat paint replacement, peel and stick, fluoropolymer applique that will provide significant cost savings to both manufacturer and end user based on improved lifecycle and the elimination of hazardous and toxic components currently used in theinstallation, maintenance, repair and removal steps for todays coating systems."