6 - Applications & Case Studies: Boilers
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Practice Questions
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What is a boiler?
💡 Hint: Think about its primary function.
Name one type of stress found in boilers.
💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting on the boiler walls.
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What type of stress acts circling the perimeter in boilers?
💡 Hint: Think about the way pressure works on a tire.
True or False: All materials are suitable for boiler construction regardless of their properties.
💡 Hint: Consider safety when selecting materials.
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Design a boiler that can withstand a specific operating pressure of 150 psi. Outline the material selection, stress analysis, and necessary design codes.
💡 Hint: Think about practical applications and material constraints.
Evaluate the consequences of a boiler operating without adherence to thermal stress considerations.
💡 Hint: Consider what thermal stresses do to materials over time.
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