Question

Which of the following assumption is true for rivet connection?

(a) friction between plates is considered

(b) distribution of direct stress on portions of plates between rivet holes is uniform

(c) bending stresses are considered

(d) shear stress is not uniform on cross section of rivet

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This interesting question is from Riveted Connections in chapter Bolted Connections of Design of Steel Structures

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) distribution of direct stress on portions of plates between rivet holes is uniform

For explanation: The assumptions for rivet connection are : (i) friction between plates is neglected, (ii) distribution of direct stress on portions of plates between rivet holes is uniform, (iii) shear stress is uniform on cross section of rivet, (iv) bending stresses are neglected.