3.1 - Traction contribution
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Define traction in the context of solid mechanics.
💡 Hint: Think about how forces act at the molecular level.
What does the stress tensor represent?
💡 Hint: Consider how stress is distributed in different directions.
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What does traction refer to in solid mechanics?
💡 Hint: Relate it to how inputs affect output surfaces.
True or False: Higher-order terms in Taylor’s expansion are always significant.
💡 Hint: Think of limits approaching zero.
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Calculate the traction force on a face of a cuboid measuring 2m x 3m with a stress tensor defined as σ = [5,0;0,3] in Pascal. Assume uniform distribution.
💡 Hint: Break the tensor into components and integrate accordingly.
Devise a scenario in structural engineering where miscalculated traction forces could lead to failure. Explain the sequence of events and outcomes.
💡 Hint: Consider how loads are distributed across different structural elements.
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