To decrease the thrust force in an axial expansion joint you must decrease the height of the bellows. However, this method will also increase the forces necessary to deflect the bellows.

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To decrease the thrust force in an axial expansion joint you must decrease the height of the bellows. However, this method will also increase the forces necessary to deflect the bellows.
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