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4 - Representation of Stress Tensor in the Coordinate System of its Eigenvectors

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Question 1

Easy

What transforms the stress tensor into its diagonal form?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between eigenvectors and the stress tensor.

Question 2

Easy

How many principal stress components exist for a 3x3 stress matrix?

💡 Hint: Remember the dimensions of the stress matrix.

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Question 1

When aligned with the eigenvectors, how does the stress tensor appear?

  • Diagonal matrix
  • Triangular matrix
  • Identity matrix

💡 Hint: Think about how we minimize shear in principal planes.

Question 2

True or False: The eigenvectors and eigenvalues from a stress tensor can lead to the identification of principal stress planes.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the definitions we discussed.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a stress tensor, calculate its eigenvalues and construct the diagonal stress matrix. What are the physical implications of each eigenvalue in terms of material stress?

💡 Hint: Recall the steps for calculating eigenvalues using determinants.

Question 2

Analyze a beam subject to lateral loads. Using the concept of stress tensor representation, identify regions at risk for shear failure using eigenvalues.

💡 Hint: Utilize shear stress equations and the von Mises criteria for failure.

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