With most commercial aircraft containing over a million fasteners in their assembly, they form an integral part of all vessels, in addition to a wide range of other industrial machinery. As two highly versatile fasteners, bolts and rivets can be found in a plethora of industrial operations. Though they are quite similar in some ways, these two fasteners differ in their design and usage overall. In this article, we will discuss these differences and how they impact the way that bolts and rivets are installed.