Bolted Joint
A bolted joint is a separable connection which is intended to join two or more parts in such a way that they behave as one part under all operating conditions. The operational safety of the connection can be guaranteed only by precisely matching the calculation and dimensioning of the bolted joint to the methods used for assembly and bolt tightening. Preservation of an adequate residual clamp load is a decisive factor for operational safety. There is a risk that a…