Textron Inc.
Method for fastening

Abstract:

The present invention includes a method for fastening a fastener body having a longitudinal axis, a first external male threaded portion, and two or more through-holes perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the fastener body in the first external male threaded portion, wherein the through-holes are on a different plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the fastener, wherein the two or more through-holes are on a different one of the planes and angle from an adjacent through-hole of the two or more through-holes; and tightening a fastening member configured to matingly engage the first external male threaded portion, wherein the two or more through-holes is capable of receiving a pin without having to rotationally adjust the fastening member such that compression is maintained between a first object and a second object.