2.5 - Fatigue Strength
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Practice Questions
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What is fatigue strength?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave under stress.
Name one reason aluminum has lower fatigue strength than steel.
💡 Hint: Consider the differences in material properties.
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What does fatigue strength measure?
💡 Hint: Think about repeated applications of force.
True or False: Aluminum has a clear fatigue limit like many steels.
💡 Hint: Reflect on aluminum's unique properties.
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Challenge Problems
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A newly designed pedestrian bridge uses aluminum framing extensively. What engineering strategies should be taken to mitigate fatigue issues? Please provide at least three.
💡 Hint: Think about both material choices and design innovations.
During testing, a component made of aluminum shows signs of distress after 100,000 load cycles. Outline the steps an engineer should take to evaluate potential fatigue failure.
💡 Hint: Consider how each aspect impacts long-term reliability.
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