One of the stages of manufacturing the empennage control surfaces of the NOVA-2 airship is shown in detail in a video from the manufacturing site.

The footage features 2 production processes.

1. Assembly of structural elements with Cleco fasteners
At this stage, parts are precisely fixed in their design position. Cleco fasteners make it possible to temporarily assemble the structure, preserve geometry, and check the fit of components before final fastening.

2. Riveting with blind rivets
After verifying the geometry, the elements are permanently joined. Blind riveting is used where access is only possible from one side of the structure, ensuring the required strength and reliability of the assemblies.

This sequence of operations enables quality control at every step and results in a rigid, precise, and production-repeatable structure — the foundation of the airship’s aerodynamic control surfaces.

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