They hold together everything from the most delicate watch to the largest bridge. The world is literally kept from coming apart by screws and bolts, and yet we don’t often give a thought to these ...

New BMW-branded screws could be used on future vehicles that require special tools to remove, restricting who can work on ...

I bought a CM Vortex 752 for install on an LGA 775...<BR><BR>Seemed to be a pretty straightforward install, two adapter plates. Except for the life of me I couldn't get the screws into the plate. (the ...

A few of the screws in my case have stripped threads and I can't remove them. They are easy to turn but just fall back into place at one point, and is seemingly impossible to remove.<BR><BR>How do I ...

Tapping screws form mating threads in materials they are driven into. There are two basic types: thread forming and thread cutting. The thread-forming screw displaced material around the pilot hole so ...

The degree to which a ball screw performs well in the field is the direct result of the process used to make it. Grinding, rolling, and whirling are the most common ways to thread ball screws. Some ...

Overwhelmed with fastener options for your DIY projects? Learn about screw anatomy, types and materials to help you pick the best screw for your job.

If you're hanging drywall, you might wonder if you can just use any type of screw you have lying around. After all, a screw is a screw, right? Not exactly. Drywall screws are designed specifically for ...

One of the challenges with 3D printing is seeing how far designs can be pushed before they break. This includes aspects like flexible hinges and structural components, but also smaller details such as ...

Inspection for bone screws is a complicated process. Using a thread gauge measurement approach may enable a streamlined manufacturing process. Controlling the manufacture of bone and pedicle screws ...

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