Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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If the torque was correct, why did the joint fail?

In the first episode of Inside the Joint, we uncover the engineering principles behind bolted joints and explain why torque alone doesn't guarantee a reliable assembly. Discover what really keeps a joint together—and how this knowledge can improve the way you tighten, verify, and build reliable products.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: The Mystery of Joint Failures
00:42 - Torque vs. Clamping Force
01:35 - How Bolts Work: Preload and the Spring Analogy
02:20 - The Two-Spring Model and Operating Loads
03:16 - Why Torque is Only an Estimate: Friction & Measurement
04:08 - Key Takeaways

Resources:
🔹 Atlas Copco QIE Hub
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atlascopco.com/en-us/itba/product/quality-integrated-ecosystem

🔹 Atlas Copco LinkedIn
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linkedin.com/company/atlas-copco

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