NASA-LLIS-0500
Lessons Learned - Fasteners
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| Organization: | NASA |
| Publication Date: | 19 October 1992 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 2 |
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Description of Driving Event:
For critical applications either run tests to develop actual torque-preload relationship, or use tables which were developed using the actual fastener material, joint material, and lubrication and/or locking system. On January 15, 1991 a failure occurred in the 8 foot transonic pressure tunnel during testing of a model wing with attached flap. During the test run, the flap peeled away from the wing, broke free, and proceeded down the tunnel. Extensive damage resulted.
Document History
NASA-LLIS-0500
October 19, 1992
Lessons Learned - Fasteners
Description of Driving Event:
For critical applications either run tests to develop actual torque-preload relationship, or use tables which were developed using the actual fastener material, joint...
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