scope:

This guide covers the test method selection and associated test specimen design to produce test data to be used for typical bolted joint analyses. These test methods are limited to use with multi-directional polymer matrix composite laminates reinforced by high-modulus fibers. This standard is intended to be used by persons requesting these test types.

Test requestors designing these specimens need to be familiar with the referenced Test Method and Practice standards, CMH-17 Volume 3 Chapter 11, and the stress analysis methods that will use the resulting design data.

Units-The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined.

Within the text the inch-pound units are shown in brackets.

This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.