Frangible nut and booster, post-use. Source: Space Junkie’s Space Junk. Frangible nuts are another type of pyrotechnic fastener. These tend to be used for larger load applications, like holding ...

That space hardware, item No. 365, has created a lot of interest with 13 bids already submitted and a high offer of $800. The final bid on the frangible nut which is clearly engraved with name and ...

A cord snagged on a frangible joint side rail nut plate. The panelalso provided recommendations to prevent any future problems associated withthe four hardware components that could have caused ...