Practice Spherical Shells - 4 | Pressure Vessels | Mechanics of Deformable Solids
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does p stand for in the stress formula for spherical shells?

💡 Hint: Look at what is exerted inside the shell.

Question 2

Easy

What is a key benefit of using spherical shells for pressure storage?

💡 Hint: Think about how stress distribution works.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does the stress formula for a spherical shell calculate?

  • Total weight
  • Internal pressure
  • Stress

💡 Hint: Consider what you are trying to find with the formula.

Question 2

True or False: The stress in a spherical shell is uniform under internal pressure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how pressure affects materials.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A spherical tank with a radius of 5 m and wall thickness of 0.2 m is subjected to an internal pressure of 1500 Pa. Calculate the uniform stress experienced by the shell.

💡 Hint: Make sure to review the calculation steps and units.

Question 2

Discuss why spherical shapes are preferred in pressure vessel design over other geometric shapes.

💡 Hint: Consider other shapes' weaknesses.

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