Real-time fault detection in bolted assemblies using torque-angle signatures

Author

Thomas H. Sarantakos

Abstract

"Deviation in the shape of a torque-angle signature can be an indication of a fault in a bolted assembly. The object of this thesis is to develop a methodology that can analyze the torque-angle signature generated after using a sensor-embedded rotary tool, where the torque-angle data is transferred to a computer, and determine in real-time if the assembly process has been successful or not. The methodology relies on the torque and angle values of the four transition points between the four zones on the torque-angle signature. The experiments conducted on ideally "perfect" assemblies show considerable variation on the angle component of transition points, while variation on torque is relatively small for such ideal cases"--Abstract, page iii.

Advisor(s)

Saygin, Can

Committee Member(s)

Grasman, Scott E. (Scott Erwin)
Sarangapani, Jagannathan, 1965-

Department(s)

Engineering Management and Systems Engineering

Degree Name

M.S. in Engineering Management

Publisher

University of Missouri--Rolla

Publication Date

Fall 2006

Pagination

xi, 68 pages

Rights

© 2006 Thomas H. Sarantakos, All rights reserved.

Document Type

Thesis - Citation

File Type

text

Language

English

Subject Headings

Bolted jointsFault location (Engineering)Real-time controlTorque

Thesis Number

T 9098

Print OCLC #

124064527

Recommended Citation

Sarantakos, Thomas H., "Real-time fault detection in bolted assemblies using torque-angle signatures" (2006). Masters Theses. 5889.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/masters_theses/5889