Foxtail

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-002429",
  "term": "Foxtail",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A thin metal wedge inserted into a split at the end of a bolt, pin, or tenon before it is driven into a hole. As the pin is hammered into place, the wedge makes contact with the bottom of the hole, forcing it into the split and flaring the pin's end. This action creates a very secure, permanent fastening that resists vibration and withdrawal, a technique known as foxtail wedging.",
  "subject": "Metallurgy",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Fuchsschwanz",
    "es": "cola de zorro",
    "fr": "scories de finage"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/foxtail/"
}