This paper discusses an advanced design rivetless nut plate system, which overcomes some of the inherent problems associated with typical riveted and rivetless nut plate configuration used in blind assembly of structures. The ForceTec(Registered) (FtCx(Trademark)) rivetless nut plate system presented utilizes hole cold expansion technology to radially expand a nut retainer into the fastener hole. This system significantly reduces the high stress concentration associated with other methods and has demonstrated superior nut plate qualities with fast, consistent and reliable installation.
| Number of Pages : | 9 |
| Published : | 11/01/2000 |
