For Monocoque we have terms and definitions in 7 topics. The topics are Auto Enthusiast, Aviation, Boating, Car Aerodynamics, Car Design, Motorcross and Motorcycles.

Monocoque (Auto Enthusiast)

A frameless body structure that derives its strength from a stressed, sophisticated body design, rather than relying upon a frame.

Monocoque (Aviation)

Type of fuselage design with little or no internal bracing other than bulkheads, where the outer skin bears the main stresses; usually round or oval in cross-section. Additional classifications are (1) Semi-Monocoque, where the skin is reinforced by longerons or bulkheads, but with no diagonal web members, and (2) Reinforced Shell, in which the skin is supported by a complete framework or structural members. French: monocoque,single shell.

Monocoque (Boating)

A structure in which the outer covering (planking) carries all or a major part of the stresses.

Monocoque (Car Aerodynamics)

A Body structure that derives its strength and rigidity from unitized construction, rather than a framework of thick members.

Monocoque (Car Design)

A type of body construction in which the skins are stressed to form part of the supporting structure.

Monocoque (Motorcross)

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Monocoque (Motorcycles)

Fame in which the structure is made as one unit from a sheet material (ie alloy or steel).

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