1.3 - Representation of displacement gradient
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What is the formula representation of displacement in cylindrical coordinates?
💡 Hint: Consider breaking it down into its components.
Define a gradient in physical terms.
💡 Hint: Think about how it relates to direction and rate of change.
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What is a displacement gradient?
💡 Hint: Think about how displacement is analyzed in various materials.
True or False: The basis vectors in cylindrical coordinates do not change with respect to the angle θ.
💡 Hint: Recall how the basis system is defined.
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A hollow cylinder experiences a radial displacement of 2 mm and circumferential displacement of zero. Calculate the components of the displacement gradient matrix and discuss its significance.
💡 Hint: Focus on substituting into the gradient definitions.
Consider a cylindrical shell with a displacement gradient matrix showing significant shear terms. Discuss what these terms imply about the internal forces occurring within the cylinder during deformation.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of shear stress.
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