Those inspections turned up a variety of missing or loose fasteners, but nothing that constituted a structural problem, the agency concluded.

The result is that rivets in the same joint with loose fasteners carry more of the load-they are effectively more stiff.

Finding and eliminating the cause can be difficult, but look first for loose fasteners that can be tightened.

Look first for loose fasteners that can be tightened.

This allows the operator to detect a potential danger, such as loose fasteners or debris that could contribute to an accident.

Check for loose fasteners, slightly shift the position of the air-conditioner, or insert shims beneath it or between the air-conditioner body and the grille.

As an example of the first way, noise from, say, a washing machine can often be eliminated, or at least cut, by tightening loose fasteners and lubricating moving parts.

Other plumbing noises usually involve loose fasteners, worn parts or air in the system.

Examine railings at least twice a year for loose or damaged fasteners and chipped paint.

He fumbled a loose fastener on his tunic.