Estimated Navy Cost Avoidance:
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Minimum annual:
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$ 975 K
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Minimum 15 Year:
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$ 14,625 K
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| The Navy has issued a change notice to the NSTM authorizing the use of Superbolt in various certain applications. Source control drawings are complete. NSN's have been assigned. |
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Problem:
| Many shipboard applications require high-torque nuts that are easy to install and remove. Superbolt was desired but was not shock qualified for fleet use.
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Solution:
| MTTC conducted shock testing to highest levels. Superbolt out-performed existing unitary nuts. Results extended to other tensioner materials and sizes.
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Fleet Impact:
| Sailors and yard workers are now able to perform much more quickly with smaller common tools. This device is most efficiently used in confined locations with tight tolerance and clearances. |
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Fleet Approval
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Applications:
- Submarine Stern Tube Seals
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CVN Reboiler Foundation Bolts
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Vertical Launch Foundation Bolts
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Many Others
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Sub Sonar Domes expected soon
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