Space is at a premium in many automotive applications. As a result, less and less installation space is available for bolted connections. At the same time, however, the requirements for preload forces and the reliability of the connections are increasing. And the lowest possible overall connection costs are also important. A new thread-forming screw for direct metal fastening has been developed by ARNOLD UMFORMTECHNIK to meet precisely these challenges.

From humanoid hands and collaborative robots to autonomous systems and miniature surgical instruments, engineers are being challenged to fit increasing levels of mechanical and electronic functionality into ever smaller spaces. This is where wave spring technology can offer a significant advantage, as the experts at AFC Europe explain.

External constant section retaining rings, commonly known as external snap rings, are designed to secure components on a shaft within mechanical assemblies. Installed into a machined shaft groove, the portion of the ring protruding from the groove creates a shoulder that retains components in place. Rotor Clip manufactures constant section snap rings in both external and internal configurations, with this guide focusing specifically on external snap ring designs.