A stainless steel rivet works by forming or deforming part of the rivet body during installation so that two or more parts are permanently joined together. The rivet body provides the structural connection, while the stainless steel material improves resistance to rust, staining, and environmental degradation in service. Depending on the application, the rivet may be designed for structural holding, sheet connection, hinge points, covers, brackets, or hardware assemblies. In custom designs, the relationship between body dimensions, forming section, head geometry, and material grade is developed according to the real assembly structure and operating environment.