Assimilation Process of Design Thinking in the Scarfing Tool Fabrication for Aircraft Composite Repair

Abstract

Abstract Repairing aeronautical products made of composite materials has been a significant challenge for the aviation industry. Composite materials are used in a variety of aerospace applications. The researchers used a mixed method in the study. They administered a four-point Likert scale survey to students enrolled in the AMT airframe composite laboratory in the first semester of the academic year 2022-2023. The study's results demonstrated the performance of the prototype guiding gadget—interviews with key informants unearthed problems and recommendations for improving the guide tool prototype (KII). KII was attended by five AMT instructors and students in total. According to the study's findings, practitioners require a new tool that would assist them in simplifying repair procedures while still producing adequate results while working on aviation composites. Mending composite components is challenging for practitioners of all skill levels, including those with extensive experience and novices. Using specialist instruments is an essential component that plays a significant role in supporting professionals to complete their repair work with self-assurance and successfully deliver the desired outcomes. Students should work with a guide tool prototype when learning how to repair aviation composites. AMT students and faculty members utilize this prototype to improve composites effectively. The organization will profit from having access to this lightweight and reasonably priced directing tool. Keywords: engineering, aircraft composite repair, design thinking, portable guide tool.