scope:

This Specification covers the design of bolted joints and the installation and inspection of bolting components and bolting assemblies listed in Section 1.5. The Specification also considers the use of alternative-design bolting components, assemblies, or installation methods as permitted in Section 2.12. This Specification relates only to those aspects of the connected materials that bear upon the performance of the bolted joints.

The Symbols, Glossary, and Appendix are a part of this Specification. The Commentary to this Specification that is interspersed throughout is not part of this Specification.

This Specification shall not be interpreted in a way that prevents the use of bolting components or assemblies and the use of installation methods not specifically referred to herein, provided that the requirements of Section 2.12 are satisfied.