3.2 - Mechanical Properties
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Practice Questions
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Define compressive strength and give an example.
💡 Hint: Think about the supporting role of beams.
What is tensile strength?
💡 Hint: Focus on forces that 'pull' apart.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of strength is highest when timber is loaded along the grain?
💡 Hint: Think about the direction of weight support.
True or False: Shear strength is greater than compressive strength.
💡 Hint: Consider the directions of force.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a small wooden bridge using timber. Discuss how you would select the type of wood based on its mechanical properties.
💡 Hint: Compare strength properties of different timber types.
Analyze a case where a wooden sports floor needs to resist shock loads. Determine the necessary hardness and toughness requirements.
💡 Hint: Look for wood types used in gym flooring.
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