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Riveting is the permanent connection of two or more workpieces the rivet being put as a joint in a predrilled bore hole and formed on one or both ends.
Figure 1 - Riveting
Figure 2 - Riveted connection
1 - Closing head (button head)
2 - Set head (countersunk-head)
The riveted parts can be connected in a movable, fixed, close or fixed and close manner. Shall the connection be undone, the rivet must be removed by destroying one of the two rivet heads.
Note:
When considering the kind of connection, check up if the material can be glued or welded - these techniques replace the method of riveting and are more economical as to time and material.
What characteristics can riveted joints
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Why is riveting a permanent
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