Aerospace Fasteners Mix It Up.

The article discusses issues and changes within the aerospace fastener industry. It notes that trends demanding less weight pose challenges to the sector. Bob Gurrola of Alcoa Fastening Systems states that the entry of carbon composites into aerospace manufacturing required new approaches in fastening carbon composite aerospace components. Changes in the industry include the replacement of the 100-degree countersunk head with a 130-degree one and shift to stainless steel or titanium fasteners.