Clevis pins consist of a head, shank and cross drilled hole, and can be secured in place with a cotter pin, R clip or similar retaining fasteners. Similar to bolts and rivets, clevis pins are used as ...

Hitch pins are designed to couple mating components--such as a vehicle and trailer--often employing a locking mechanism. Indeed, many types of cotter pins achieve this function, but are intended for ...

Pins are typically used under primarily shear loading. They are separated into two groups: semipermanent and quick release. These general design rules apply to all types of semipermanent pins: Avoid ...