Riveting is a mechanical joining process that involves connecting two or more parts or components into a single unit using rivets.

The process of riveting typically involves drilling holes in parts, inserting rivets into the holes, and then securing them using a rivet gun or other tools to achieve a connection. Riveting can be categorized into movable riveting and fixed riveting, with movable riveting allowing the components to rotate relative to each other, while fixed riveting does not. Additionally, riveting can be further classified as cold riveting and hot riveting, depending on whether it is performed at room temperature or after heating the rivets. Riveting is widely used in manufacturing industries such as aviation, automotive, and shipbuilding, as well as in construction, due to its ability to provide high strength and reliability while allowing for the connection of different materials or thicknesses of parts.