1.1 - Longitudinal strains along coordinate axes
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Define longitudinal strain in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about stretching and how you measure it.
What does the symbol λ represent in strain calculations?
💡 Hint: Consider the physical implications of stretch.
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What is the formula for longitudinal strain?
💡 Hint: Remember how strain relates to original and final dimensions.
True or False: Longitudinal strain can be negative.
💡 Hint: Think about how materials respond to compressive forces.
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A rod of length 1.5 m is stretched to a length of 1.505 m. What is the longitudinal strain?
💡 Hint: Measure the change and express it in relation to the original length.
Discuss the implications of high longitudinal strains on a material's performance and potential applications in engineering.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the engineering concepts of safety factors and material limits.
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