Report describes experiment to determine effect of repeated torque cycles upon preload applied by bolt tightened to given torque. Results indicate preload attainable at given torque decreases on subsequent cycles.


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    Title :

    Repeated Torque Cycles Reduce Bolt Preload


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    Publication date :

    1993-05-01



    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English


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