Fasteners

Posted on Wed 09 April 2025 in Fasteners

Fasteners

Fasteners are deceptively complex and critical for realistic modeling.

What This Section Will Cover:

  • Bolt preload modeling
  • Stiffness estimation and tuning
  • CBUSH vs CELAS vs HEX mesh approaches
  • NASGRO and fracture tools

This section will grow with real examples and links to NASA references.