ABSTRACT
Now, let us assume that we have tightened bolts 1 and 2 in this joint and that magically we have achieved exactly the initial preload we wanted in each bolt. Let's say that this preload is 10,000 lb of tension in each bolt.
Now, let us assume that we have tightened bolts 1 and 2 in this joint and that magically we have achieved exactly the initial preload we wanted in each bolt. Let's say that this preload is 10,000 lb of tension in each bolt.