How Fasteners Shape Modern Aviation Technology
Although they may seem insignificant, fasteners are essential to aviation technology and have shaped the industry over time. For instance, the Boeing 747 (introduced in 1969) had nearly 3 million fasteners, while the 2009 launched Boeing 787 new fuselage design eliminated 1,500 aluminum sheets, which used 40,000 – 50,000 fasteners per section. Here’s a deeper look at how fasteners influence modern aviation technology:
(more…)