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What is a major technical advantage of using bolts in clearance holes compared to interference-fit bolts?
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- 1They completely prevent any micro-relative movement between workpieces under heavy shear.
- 2They are specifically designed as the optimal choice for assemblies subjected to high alternating fatigue loads.
- 3They allow for easier tightening with minimal torque tools.
- 4A slight misalignment in the matching hole location will not prevent or severely complicate the assembly.✓
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A slight misalignment in the matching hole location will not prevent or severely complicate the assembly.
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