MUMBAI, India, Sept. 28 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641113363 A) filed by J. J. College Of Engineering And Technology on September 22, 2026, for Load-Optimized Lightweight Aircraft Structural Bracket With Variable Perforation And Stress-Relief Geometry.
Inventors include Mr. T. Kumarasan; Mr. P. Jermia Arockia Pravin; Ms. S. Maria Mercy; Merritta. A; Priyanka. C; Vishnu Warthana Sarma S; Sarumathi R; Rasiga Priya. B; Joshua Nathaneal. S; and Rajeshwari. A.
The application for the patent was published on September 25, 2026, under issue no. 39/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a lightweight structural bracket for use in aircraft structural assemblies, particularly for supporting and transferring mechanical loads between interconnected structural members. The proposed bracket comprises an elongated load-bearing body incorporating strategically positioned circular perforations, end mounting slots, and optimized stress-relief regions. The size, spacing, and distribution of the perforations are varied according to the predicted load and stress distribution of the bracket, thereby reducing unnecessary material while maintaining adequate structural strength and stiffness. The end regions are provided with reinforced mounting zones to improve load transfer and minimize stress concentration around fastener locations. The geometry may be optimized using finite element analysis and may be manufactured using conventional machining, sheet-metal forming, additive manufacturing, or other suitable fabrication techniques. The invention provides a lightweight, structurally efficient and manufacturable aircraft component with reduced material usage and improved strength-to-weight ratio. The proposed configuration can be adapted for aircraft brackets, support members, fuselage structural fittings, control-system supports and other secondary aircraft structures.
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