Day 4-5 Progress Check Flashcards
What element makes up much of the Earth’s outer and inner core?
Iron
How are Monel stainless steel rivets classified in terms of installation?
One pull rivets
Which of these is NOT an advantage of stainless steel?
Ability to be powder coated
Which is NOT true about drill bits for stainless steel?
Use high speed, low pressure
What is a key disadvantage of stainless steel compared to aluminum?
Poor strength-to-weight ratio
For which application is stainless steel’s heat resistance an important factor?
Exhaust systems
Which is NOT true about nickel?
It is a transition metal
What is the recommended length a Monel rivet should extend from the stainless steel material prior to installation?
1.25D - 1.33D
Which of the following is NOT one of the primary components of stainless steel?
Copper
What property of stainless steel makes it suitable for use in aircraft lavatories and galleys?
Corrosion resistance
Stainless steel is used for chafe strips because of its:
Both durability and corrosion resistance
How are Monel rivets for stainless steel identified?
By having two dimples on the head
What lubricant is recommended when drilling into stainless steel?
Beeswax or Boelube
Why is it important to avoid over-hitting stainless steel when riveting?
It could dent the stainless steel surface
Which area of an aircraft would NOT commonly utilize stainless steel components?
Wing leading edges
What unique finish does chromium provide for stainless steel?
A steely-gray luster
Which drill bit angle range is recommended for drilling into stainless steel?
118-140 degrees
What procedure is recommended after drilling holes in stainless steel?
Deburring
Stainless steel shares what key property with aluminum?
Ability to be bent in tight radii
What type of rivets are preferred for stainless steel due to being softer than the stainless material?
Monel rivets
Why is chromium an important component of stainless steel?
It enables the metal to be highly polished while resisting tarnishing
Why is iron an important component in the stainless steel alloy?
It provides strength/durability and allows for magnetism
In which area would stainless steel NOT be an ideal material choice?
Regions needing low weight
What is the ideal ratio of the shop head diameter to height for a properly installed Monel rivet?
1.4D wide, 0.6D tall
