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What is the definition of stress in the context of material deformation?
What is the definition of stress in the context of material deformation?
Which of the following statements accurately describes plastic deformation?
Which of the following statements accurately describes plastic deformation?
What does Young's modulus measure?
What does Young's modulus measure?
According to Hooke’s law, how is stress related to strain?
According to Hooke’s law, how is stress related to strain?
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Which type of load involves pushing or crushing a workpiece?
Which type of load involves pushing or crushing a workpiece?
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What characterizes elastic deformation?
What characterizes elastic deformation?
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In a stress-strain curve, what region corresponds to elastic behavior?
In a stress-strain curve, what region corresponds to elastic behavior?
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What happens to materials that exceed their elastic limit?
What happens to materials that exceed their elastic limit?
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What is the primary function of a load cell?
What is the primary function of a load cell?
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How does a strain gauge load cell measure force?
How does a strain gauge load cell measure force?
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What is required to calibrate a testing machine using a load cell?
What is required to calibrate a testing machine using a load cell?
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What is the major difference between analog and digital signals?
What is the major difference between analog and digital signals?
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When should a testing machine be calibrated?
When should a testing machine be calibrated?
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What is a data acquisition system primarily used for?
What is a data acquisition system primarily used for?
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What happens to the body of a load cell when a load is applied?
What happens to the body of a load cell when a load is applied?
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What is the primary function of an LVDT?
What is the primary function of an LVDT?
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Which statement correctly describes the basic principle of LVDT operation?
Which statement correctly describes the basic principle of LVDT operation?
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What can be said about the sensitivity range of commercial LVDTs?
What can be said about the sensitivity range of commercial LVDTs?
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What component is essential in a strain gauge for measuring changes in resistance?
What component is essential in a strain gauge for measuring changes in resistance?
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What happens to the resistance of a strain gauge as it is strained?
What happens to the resistance of a strain gauge as it is strained?
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What is the typical gauge length range for strain gauges?
What is the typical gauge length range for strain gauges?
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What type of energy conversion occurs in an LVDT?
What type of energy conversion occurs in an LVDT?
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Which statement best describes the relationship between core position and output voltage in an LVDT?
Which statement best describes the relationship between core position and output voltage in an LVDT?
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What materials commonly make up the element of a strain gauge?
What materials commonly make up the element of a strain gauge?
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What is the purpose of the adhesive in a strain gauge?
What is the purpose of the adhesive in a strain gauge?
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What happens to the electric resistance of a strain gauge when the length of the gauge increases due to applied load?
What happens to the electric resistance of a strain gauge when the length of the gauge increases due to applied load?
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What does the gauge factor (GF) of a strain gauge represent?
What does the gauge factor (GF) of a strain gauge represent?
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a mechanical dial gauge compared to an electrical strain gauge?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a mechanical dial gauge compared to an electrical strain gauge?
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In what way can an electrical strain gauge be affected during measurements?
In what way can an electrical strain gauge be affected during measurements?
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Which characteristic differentiates an electrical strain gauge from a mechanical dial gauge?
Which characteristic differentiates an electrical strain gauge from a mechanical dial gauge?
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Which statement about dial gauges is true?
Which statement about dial gauges is true?
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What occurs when a strain gauge is deformed?
What occurs when a strain gauge is deformed?
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Which of the following is a disadvantage of an electrical strain gauge?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of an electrical strain gauge?
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In the equation $R=\rho \frac{L}{A}$, what do the symbols represent?
In the equation $R=\rho \frac{L}{A}$, what do the symbols represent?
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What is the main purpose of laboratory testing devices?
What is the main purpose of laboratory testing devices?
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Which device is specifically designed to apply load and measure it accurately during tests?
Which device is specifically designed to apply load and measure it accurately during tests?
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What kind of measurements can the dial gauge perform?
What kind of measurements can the dial gauge perform?
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What mechanical principle does a dial gauge operate on?
What mechanical principle does a dial gauge operate on?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of an extensometer?
Which of the following is NOT a function of an extensometer?
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Which component is NOT part of a dial gauge?
Which component is NOT part of a dial gauge?
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Which type of testing machinery can be used for bending tests?
Which type of testing machinery can be used for bending tests?
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How does a dial gauge convert linear movement into a measurement output?
How does a dial gauge convert linear movement into a measurement output?
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What is the primary application of strain gauges?
What is the primary application of strain gauges?
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In a laboratory setting, what role does a data acquisition system play?
In a laboratory setting, what role does a data acquisition system play?
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Flashcards
What is Stress?
What is Stress?
The amount of force exerted over a unit area. A force is considered applied when it is used to deform or distort a sample.
What is Strain?
What is Strain?
The change in length of a material in response to an applied force, calculated as the ratio of change in length to the original length.
What is Elastic deformation?
What is Elastic deformation?
The ability of a material to deform under stress and return to its original shape once the stress is removed. The material behaves like a spring.
What is Plastic deformation?
What is Plastic deformation?
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What is the Yield Strength?
What is the Yield Strength?
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What is Ultimate Tensile Strength?
What is Ultimate Tensile Strength?
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What is Young's Modulus?
What is Young's Modulus?
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What is Toughness?
What is Toughness?
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What is an LVDT?
What is an LVDT?
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What's the sensitivity range of LVDTs?
What's the sensitivity range of LVDTs?
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How do LVDTs work?
How do LVDTs work?
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What is an LVDT's characteristic curve?
What is an LVDT's characteristic curve?
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What is a strain gauge?
What is a strain gauge?
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Load Cell
Load Cell
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Strain Gauge Concept
Strain Gauge Concept
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What is the construction of a strain gauge?
What is the construction of a strain gauge?
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How does a strain gauge work?
How does a strain gauge work?
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Gauge Factor
Gauge Factor
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How is a strain gauge attached?
How is a strain gauge attached?
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Strain Gauge Deformation Transfer
Strain Gauge Deformation Transfer
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How does the deformation of a strain gauge affect its resistance?
How does the deformation of a strain gauge affect its resistance?
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Strain Gauge Resistance
Strain Gauge Resistance
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How are the small changes in resistance of a strain gauge measured?
How are the small changes in resistance of a strain gauge measured?
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Dial Gauge
Dial Gauge
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Strain Gauge Advantages
Strain Gauge Advantages
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Dial Gauge Advantages
Dial Gauge Advantages
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Strain Gauge Disadvantages
Strain Gauge Disadvantages
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Dial Gauge Disadvantages
Dial Gauge Disadvantages
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What's the main purpose of laboratory testing devices?
What's the main purpose of laboratory testing devices?
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What is a testing machine?
What is a testing machine?
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What is a dial gauge?
What is a dial gauge?
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What is an extensometer?
What is an extensometer?
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How are testing machines categorized?
How are testing machines categorized?
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What is a Load Cell?
What is a Load Cell?
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What is a Data Acquisition system (DAS)?
What is a Data Acquisition system (DAS)?
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How does a dial gauge work?
How does a dial gauge work?
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How does a load cell work?
How does a load cell work?
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What is Data Acquisition?
What is Data Acquisition?
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What is a Data Acquisition system?
What is a Data Acquisition system?
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What is the difference between analog and digital signals?
What is the difference between analog and digital signals?
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What is calibration in testing?
What is calibration in testing?
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How are testing machines calibrated?
How are testing machines calibrated?
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course Title: Structures and Properties of Materials
- Course Code: MCE132
- Instructor: Dr. Shady Abdelnasser, PhD
- Department: Energy and Renewable Energy Engineering
- University: Egyptian Chinese University
Stress-Strain Curve & Measuring Devices
- Deformation is the action or process of changing shape
- Applying force to a sample can cause compression, stretching or bending
- Stress is the amount of force exerted per unit area (σ = F/A)
- Strain is the amount of stretching or compressing that occurs due to stress (ɛ = (Lfinal - Linitial)/Linitial = ΔL/L)
- Materials react to stress differently
Types of Loads
- Compressing
- Stretching
- Bending
Elastic and Plastic Deformation
- Elastic deformation is recoverable
- Plastic deformation is permanent
- Elastic deformation occurs within the elastic limit of a material
- The ratio of stress and strain remains constant in the elastic region. This is known as Hooke's Law
- Stress is directly proportional to strain
Laboratory Testing Devices
- Testing Machines: Used to apply loads and measure them accurately. Different types exist (tension, compression, bending)
- Dial Gauges: Mechanical devices measuring small linear displacements or variations in a workpiece. Attached to two points, the gauge measures the relative movement between them. Accuracy can be up to 0.001mm. The upward pressure on the spindle/plunger is transferred to the gears and indicated on the dial using a pointer.
- LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer): An electrical device. It converts linear motion into an electrical signal. Used to measure small movements or deformations. Sensitivity of commercial LVDTs ranges from 0.003 to 0.25 V/mm. Its operation is based on mutual induction. A metallic part moving in a magnetic field creates an output voltage related to the magnitude of the movement.
- Strain Gauges: Electrical devices for measuring small deformations (strain) within a specific gauge length (typically 5-15 mm). The gauge's electrical resistance changes proportionally to the strain. Bonded to surfaces, they deform with the surface, and the resistance change is measured using a Wheatstone bridge.
- Load Cells: A force-measuring device. It converts an applied force to a digital value. They are equipped with strain gauges affixed to the body of the load cell.
Data Acquisition System
- Data acquisition involves collecting, processing, and storing data from different source systems.
- A data acquisition system uses software and hardware to measure and control physical characteristics of real-world objects.
Signal Conditioning
- Analog and digital signals carry information.
- Analog signals have continuous electrical signals, while digital signals have non-continuous signals.
Calibration
- Calibration ensures the readings accurately reflect the applied load.
- Calibration methods include placing the load cell in the tested machine's specimen position.
- Regular, timely calibration is critical for accurate measurements, and calibrating after manufacturing as well as when equipment moves, are important.
- Percent error can be calculated by [ (Machine Reading - True load) / True load ] x 100
Definitions
- Accuracy: Degree of correctness in measurement readings.
- Sensitivity: Minimum measurable value.
- Capacity: Maximum measurable value.
- Range: Difference between maximum and minimum measurable values.
- Precision: Consistency in repeated measurements of the same value.
Materials Science and Engineering Fundamentals
- Study of materials; compositions, structures, synthesis, and processing
- Materials properties affect selection, and thus projects, economically
- Engineers must understand materials properties for appropriate choices
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Test your understanding of the stress-strain curve and the concept of deformation. This quiz covers types of loads, elastic and plastic deformation, and how materials react under different stresses. Perfect for students of MCE132.