FAA AMT (Aviation Maintenance Technician) Airframe Practice Exam

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What is required for the installation of Cherrymax and Olympic-Lok rivets?

Specialized glue
A pulling tool
A hammer
Heat treatment

The correct answer is: A pulling tool

Cherrymax and Olympic-Lok rivets are types of blind rivets that are commonly used in the aviation industry due to their high strength and reliability. A pulling tool is required for the installation of these rivets because blind rivets are installed from one side of the workpiece, where access to the opposite side is limited or impossible. The pulling tool is used to pull the mandrel of the rivet, expanding the rivet body and creating a strong, permanent fastening. The other options are incorrect: - Specialized glue is not required for the installation of Cherrymax and Olympic-Lok rivets. These types of rivets rely on mechanical deformation rather than adhesive properties for their strength. - A hammer is not used for the installation of blind rivets like Cherrymax and Olympic-Lok. The pulling tool is necessary to properly deform the rivet. - Heat treatment is not involved in the installation process of these types of rivets. The pulling tool is the primary tool required for the installation.