NASA NTRS · 19840000106
Structural Turnbuckle Bears Compressive or Tensile Loads
Abstract
Column length adjuster based on turnbuckle principle. Device consists of internally and externally threaded bushing, threaded housing and threaded rod. Housing attached to one part and threaded rod attached to other part of structure. Turning double threaded bushing contracts or extends rod in relation to housing. Once adjusted, bushing secured with jamnuts. Device used for axially loaded members requiring length adjustment during installation.
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Bateman, W. A., Lang, C. H.. 1985-01-01. Structural Turnbuckle Bears Compressive or Tensile Loads. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19840000106
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