An angle grinder is the best tool to use for trimming down exposed bolt ends. Here’s how to do it. To do this, you’ll need a bench vise and an angle grinder with a metal cut-off wheel. Use a Sharpie ...

One of the most critical factors in determining the reliability of a threaded-fastener joint is the force the tightened fastener exerts on an assembly, which is known as preload. And preload depends ...

Most engineers who deal with bolted joints are familiar with torque tables for SAE-grade bolts, but these are all too often used without regard for the yield strength of internal threads or the bolt’s ...