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Engineering Summary: Sectional overhead doors, widely used in industrial and commercial facilities, consist of multiple rigid panels interconnected by hinge assemblies that enable the door to follow curved track paths during operation. These articulation points must endure extensive mechanical cycling, often reaching hundreds of thousands of cycles annually in demanding industrial environments. The repetitive stresses imposed on hinge pins and panel edges introduce complex fatigue phenomena, with articulation fatigue manifesting predominantly as pin loosening—a critical failure mode that undermines door alignment, safety, and operational reliability. The interaction between mechanical loading conditions, material properties, environmental exposure, and articulation geometry governs the long-term performance of these systems. This article examines the mechanical … 続きを読む