Rivet value is defined as
- ALesser of the bearing strength of rivet and the shearing strength of the rivetCorrect
- BLesser of the bearing strength of rivet and the tearing strength of the rivet
- CGreater of the bearing strength of rivet and the shearing strength of the rivet
- DLesser of the shearing strength of the rivet and the tearing strength of thinner plate
Solution
Concept
Rivet value
Formula
Rivet value = min (shear strength, bearing strength)
Step-by-step solution
1. The strength of a rivet is limited by shear or by bearing on the plate. 2. Rivet value is the lesser of the shearing strength and the bearing strength of the rivet.
Explanation
The rivet value is the load that one rivet can safely carry. It is the smaller of the strength in shear (single or double) and the bearing strength against the plate.
Shortcut
Rivet value = min (shear, bearing).
Common mistake
Taking the greater of the two.
Correct answer: A) Lesser of the bearing strength of rivet and the shearing strength of the rivet