Honeycomb

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-002866",
  "term": "Honeycomb",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A lightweight structural core material, typically made from aluminum, aramid paper, or fiberglass, formed into hexagonal cells resembling a beehive. This core is bonded between two thin face sheets to create a sandwich panel with high strength-to-weight ratio and rigidity. Honeycomb structures are widely used in aircraft components such as wings, fuselage panels, and interior fittings.",
  "subject": "Aviation maintenance",
  "see_also": [
    "cell",
    "honeycomb coil",
    "honeycomb quilt",
    "honeycomb radiator",
    "honeycomb sandwich",
    "honeycomb stitch"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Wabenstoff",
    "es": "panal",
    "fr": "nid d'abeille"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/honeycomb/"
}