2006-10-20 22:48:52 · 2 answers · asked by sasha87_v 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
As the first answer says, it's a safety factor, specifically a load strength factor of 1.15 to allow for uncertainty of the strength of a fitting (i.e., a fastener or bracket joining two structural parts) in a particular application. Per the ref., a fitting factor is not needed when the fitting is used in a way that has been strength-tested and documented. A fitting factor of 1.33 is required for hardware directly related to human safety ("seat, berth, safety belt, and harness").
2006-10-24 04:53:31 · answer #1 · answered by kirchwey 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be a factor of safety! i.e. the parts are 1.15 times stronger than they need to be. In aircraft design it's a constant battle between safety and the use of thinner lightweight materials
2006-10-21 05:58:05 · answer #2 · answered by Jimbobarino 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋