Thanks for the replies so far.
The formula in Aluminum Structures By J. Randolph Kissell, Robert L. Ferry page 286 seems to be saying that it is the force required to tear the radial length of material between the hole diameter and the diameter of the bolt head x thickness of material.
This...
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the OP asked "What load is required to pull X size fastener through Y thick aluminum cladding?".
I was wondering if the OP (GrimesFrank) or anyone else had gotten anymore answers on this issue? I know FEA was suggested but a formula, chart or similar based on...
