The stiffness of a closely coiled helical spring subjected to an axial load W is equal to (where G = Modulus of rigidity, and n = Number of active coils)
a thinner nut is tightened down over a thicker or main nut and the main nut is tightened against the thinner nut by loosening
B:
a slot is cut in line with the centre of each face and a split pin passes through two slots in the nut and a hole in the bolt, so that a positive lock is obtained unless the pin shears
C:
a slot is cut about half way through the nut and a small screw is tightened between the nut and the bolt in order to produce more friction
D:
the bottom cylindrical portion is recessed to receive the tip of the locking set screw
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