metallic structures Flashcards
1
Q
What type of device is a Cleco fastener?
A
A patented fastener that is inserted in the rivet holes and used to hold two pieces of sheet metal together until they can be rivieted.
2
Q
what type of rivet may be used to replace a round head rivet in an aircraft structure
A
A universal head rivet
3
Q
how long should a rivet be to join two pieces of sheet metal
A
the combined thickness of the metal sheet plus 1-1/2 times the rivet shank diameter
4
Q
how can rivets be physically identified for part number and type of material
A
the identifying mark on the head of an aluminum alloy rivet indicates the specific alloy used in the manufacture of the rivet
