2 - Other types of materials
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Practice Questions
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What type of material is characterized by different properties along specific directions?
💡 Hint: Think about materials with layers or fibers.
How many independent constants does an orthotropic material have?
💡 Hint: Remember the number associated with three-dimensional properties.
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Which materials have the same properties in all directions?
💡 Hint: Think about the definition of isotropy.
True or False: Orthotropic materials require four independent constants.
💡 Hint: Recall the material constants needed for orthotropic materials.
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A structural engineer is designing a bridge that uses a combination of materials, both isotropic and orthotropic. Describe the challenges they may face when choosing materials and suggest strategies to mitigate these challenges.
💡 Hint: Think about how different properties could impact structure integrity.
Explain how the choice of material in airplane wings differs from that in buildings, assuming both need to withstand loads.
💡 Hint: Consider the primary functions of both structures.
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