Flush riveting is a way of connecting two pieces of sheet metal together, using rivets whose heads do not protrude above the surface of the metal. In aircraft construction, a flush rivet reduces drag, ...

IN this new edition of his book, Mr. Miller has taken advantage of war-time experience to bring certain sections up to date ; modern aircraft riveting practice in flush riveting and the invaluable pop ...

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Cracks were discovered in laser-cut parts of Van's Aircraft kits, caused by overheating during the cutting of rivet holes. The issue stemmed from a temporary outsourcing of laser cutting to increase ...