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OFFICE OF RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, AND TECHNOLOGY AT THE TURNER-FAIRBANK HIGHWAY RESEARCH CENTER

Tightening Requirements for Stainless Steel Bolts

Project Information

Project ID:
FHWA-PROJ-20-0074
Project Abstract:

This project investigates the bolting requirements for structural stainless steel bolted connections.  The evaluation includes the effect of stainless steel material and lubricant type on bolt pretensioning and connection load-slip behaviors.  The objective of the project is to provide data to support guidance for specification requirements when using stainless steel bolts.

Project Status:
Active
Project Funding Amount (Contract Award Amount):
$250,000.00
Start Date:
End Date:
Public Access Plan:
Yes
Laboratory:
FHWA Program Area:
  • Infrastructure
Fiscal Year / AMRP Program / AMRP Activity:
  • FY 2002-2022 / Infrastructure / Structures

AMRP = Annual Modal Research Plan

Contact Information

Team:
Bridge Engineering Team
Office:
Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
Office Code:
HRDI-40

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