A bracket (shown in figure) is rigidly mounted on a wall using four rivets. Each rivet is emm in diameter and has an effective length of 12mm. What is the direct shear stress (in MPa) in the most heavily loaded rivet?

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The direct shear stress in the most heavily loaded rivet can be calculated using the formula for shear stress.

Calculate the force acting on the bracket that is causing the shear stress on the rivet.
Use the formula for shear stress: Shear stress = Force / Area
Determine the area of the rivet based on its diameter.
Calculate the direct shear stress in the most heavily loaded rivet using the calculated force and area.