Mechanically fastened joints are often used in structures, including composite structures, to transfer load from one portion of the structure to another. This load is primarily transferred by bearing ...

MxV Rail R&D, RAILWAY AGE, JULY 2023 ISSUE: In the North American railroad industry, bearing reconditioning is a common practice that occurs every time a bearing is removed from an axle. The ...

Stratasys GrabCAD Print Pro and Novineer's NoviPath will help engineers and manufacturers identify performance issues in parts, reducing the need for physical testing for safety-critical, load-bearing ...

Select appropriate bearing types and designs based on load direction, contact pattern, and environmental factors to ensure longevity and reliability. Recognize the advantages of roller bearings over ...

In my previous column, I discussed double-shear testing of a single fastener (see “Editor's Picks,” at right). But fasteners also can be subjected to single-shear loading — our subject this time — and ...