GATE ME 2018 Set 1 — Question 22

MCQ+1 / -0.33EasyBolted, Riveted & Welded JointsMachine ElementsMachine DesignWeld Defects & Joint DesignJoiningManufacturing Processes

Machine Design → Joining → Bolted, Riveted & Welded Joints

Last updated 5 September 2026

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The type of weld represented by the shaded region in the figure is

Correct answer (C) fillet Solution The figure shows a triangular weld bead deposited in the corner formed by two perpendicular plates. This is the definition of a fillet weld. Groove welds are typically used in butt joints, spot welds are for lap joints using resistance, and plug welds involve filling a hole in one member. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (C) fillet Solution The figure shows a triangular weld bead deposited in the corner formed by two perpendicular plates. This is the definition of a fillet weld. Groove welds are typically used in butt joints, spot welds are for lap joints using resistance, and plug welds involve filling a hole in one member.

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