Bolt preload is the tension generated in a bolt when it is tightened, creating the clamping force between components that allows a bolted connection to transfer mechanical loads. Preloading the bolts ...

Abstract: Bolt joint connection is one of the most widely used connection method in the entire industrial technology field. The pressure distribution of the bolted joint interface, directly affect the ...

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1 Economic Research Institute Grid Jiangsu Electric Power Co., Ltd., Nanjing, China 2 School of Civil Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, China Introduction:: The overlap strength of angle ...

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Abstract: Ensuring leak tightness and preventing emissions in bolted flange connections (BFCs) are critical for maintaining safety, reliability, and environmental compliance in industrial systems.