Practice Distortion Energy Theory (von Mises Theory) (2.3) - Failure Theories
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Distortion Energy Theory (von Mises Theory)

Practice - Distortion Energy Theory (von Mises Theory)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define Distortion Energy Theory.

💡 Hint: Focus on what dictates material failure.

Question 2 Easy

What is von Mises stress used for?

💡 Hint: Think about stress and material strength.

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Question 1

What does the Distortion Energy Theory predict?

Failure based on bending stress
Failure based on distortion energy
Failure based on tensile strength

💡 Hint: Think about energy and stress.

Question 2

True or False: The Distortion Energy Theory applies only to brittle materials.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the properties of brittle vs ductile materials.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

A beam subjected to axial and shear loads has principal stresses of 150 MPa and -50 MPa. Calculate the von Mises stress and determine if the beam would fail if the yield strength is 200 MPa.

💡 Hint: Make sure to use the correct formula and substitute carefully.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a simple cylindrical hub that must withstand a torsional load of 150 Nm. Given the yield strength of the material is 300 MPa, determine the required diameter if the permissible von Mises stress is not to exceed 200 MPa.

💡 Hint: Apply torsion concepts and keep in mind the safety margins.

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