A bolted joint is a type of fastener that connects two or more pieces of metal. It is held together by a bolt inserted through a hole in one of the pieces and then rotated until it locks into place. The bolt is secured with a nut on the other side. To ensure that the joint is strong and reliable, it must be analyzed carefully before installation. Consequently, bolted joint analysis is an engineering technique to determine the tension or compression in a bolted joint. This can be done using laboratory testing, finite element analysis, or other methods. Furthermore, bolted joints are used extensively in all structures and systems because they are economical and provide excellent strength when adequately designed.
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