Description

The PDF provides a detailed account of the use and significance of wire products in aircraft construction. It discusses the transition to all-metal airplanes, primarily focusing on the importance of rivets in their structure. The most commonly used material for these planes is the light aluminum alloy, duralumin, favored for its strength and lightweight properties. Rivets, made from either drawn or extruded wire, are crucial in avoiding electrolytic corrosion by matching the composition of the metals joined. The PDF also outlines the specifications for duralumin, including its composition and mechanical properties, and discusses the practical procedures for riveting, including the heat treatment of duralumin rivets before use. Additionally, it mentions the importance of standardized identification methods for different types of rivets to prevent misuse and potential hazards in aircraft assembly.

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