Experimental investigation of the adhesive layer’s impact on the Riv-Bonding process and joint quality

Interrupted experimental tests were carried out to investigate the impacts of adhesive layer on the Riv(et)-Bonding processes with different die types. The adhesive layer’s influences on the quality of Riv-Bonded joints with different top sheet thickness (Tt) were also studied. It was found that the distribution of trapped adhesive was significantly affected by the Tt rather than by the die type. Deformation and fracture behaviours of top sheet...