2.2 - Taylor’s Series Expansion
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What is Taylor's Series Expansion used for?
💡 Hint: Think about function approximation.
What coordinates does the cylindrical system use?
💡 Hint: Remember the three-dimensional nature.
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What does Taylor's series help us approximate?
💡 Hint: Think about mathematical approximations.
True or False: Basis vectors in cylindrical coordinates are fixed.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how they behave when angles change.
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Given a cylindrical element with a radius r, derive the changes in stress components as θ varies. Provide equations.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the basis changes and apply the relevant equations.
Explain how to set up stress analysis in a practical cylindrical application, evaluate the traction on both +z and -z planes.
💡 Hint: Remember to apply the right limits and function evaluations.
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