Maximum tension in a rivet joint?
Maximum tension in a rivet joint?
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If a rivet is subject to a force of let us say 900 Newton, how would i calculate the maximum tension which act on the plate.
I don't think i can do it with F/A since the tension shouldn't be evenly distributed since the hole is circular.
Sorry about my english
kindly Konsulten





RE: Maximum tension in a rivet joint?
Normally, rivets are to designed for use in shear, such as in a lap joint. Assuming your case of tensile forces on the joint, the rivet head geometry is critical because under tensile load the forces would want to pry the rivet head off. In addition, one has to assume you have complete fill of the rivet into the rivet hole. Thus, you need to consider shear forces acting on the head of the rivet versus the body of the rivet.
RE: Maximum tension in a rivet joint?
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