If the size of the rivet used is 7/8ths, then 7/8 × 2-1/2 = 2-2/10
inches nearly, and this gives the proportionate strength of the plate
and the rivet, see page 113.
[Illustration: Fig. 57.]
Figs. 57, 58, 59 and 60 show quite clearly the joints and rivet work
done in locomotive and marine work. Fig. 60 shows method of riveting 3
plates, A, B, and C, together.
[Illustration: Fig. 58.]
[Illustration: Fig. 59.]
[Illustration: Fig. 60.]