The structure optimization of a lock nut

풀림방지용 Lock Nut 구조 최적화

Bolts and nuts are widely used to fasten each mechanical part together in the machines and structures as vital elements. The primary role of bolts and nuts is keeping its axial force against the large external force and vibration. In this study, a lock nut using a spring was developed to maintain axial force. When the lock nut was made, crack occurred in the process of manufacturing the lock nut. Thus, optimized structure of lock nut was found by using the design of experiments. Lastly, the prototype of the optimized lock nut was created, and then the optimization result was verified by comparing results of the initial model and optimized model.