A few comments:
If the bolted joint was loaded in shear with shear service loads I see no reason why the preload would be less significant. The preload is providing the clamping force, this is creating a 'friction joint' resisting shear forces being transmitted to the fastner.
It is alright...
When tightening a bolt, I have read that I should tighten to provide preload of the order to 90% of the yield stress in the fastener.
I understand the importance of preload, but find the 90% extremely high with little safety factor due to the unpredictable nature of coefficient of friction and...
I am trying to find an alternative to machining a slot through a steel nut using a slot mill.
Can anyone tell me if this would be possible to achieve using laser cutting, and point me in the direction of equipment that may be capable of this.
The nut is M16, 24mm accross flats. I need to find...
Can anyone help me find companies where I can get quotes for micro diameter screws. I am specifically after thread forming screws with diameters below 2mm.
Thanks,
Matt.
