Strength prediction of self-pierce riveted joint in cross-tension and lap-shear

This paper describes a parametric study of the mechanical behaviour of self-pierced riveted (SPR) joints of steel sheets in two loading conditions (lap-shear and cross-tension). Higher strength was always observed in lap-shear testing than in cross-tension. In both loading conditions, the strength of a joint was greatly influenced by the hardness and thickness of sheet materials and die depth. An empirical model was developed to predict the...