Calculate the diameter of the rivets if permissible shear stress is 60N/mm². Bolts are separated by 100mm and force P=30kN.
(a) 10mm
(b) 12mm
(c) 13mm
(d) 15mm
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This fundamental question comes from the Eccentrically Loaded Riveted Joints topic in module Welded and Riveted Joints of Machine Design