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Re: Rivets vs threaded fasteners

I like to use them in structural applications. Idea being an overall weight savings over several mostly permanent joints. Spread the load out with more fasteners, which see less stress as a result.

I agree 100% with threaded fasteners for moving parts and modular mechanism interfaces
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