Effective Thickness in Design of Vessels Subjected to Internal Pressure Formulas

Effective Thickness of the slab that carries a constant stress distribution σmax equal to the maximum value of the actual stress distribution σ. And is denoted by t_e. Effective Thickness is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Effective Thickness is always positive.

Formulas to find Effective Thickness in Design of Vessels Subjected to Internal Pressure

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List of variables in Design of Vessels Subjected to Internal Pressure formulas

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FAQ

What is the Effective Thickness?

Effective Thickness of the slab that carries a constant stress distribution σmax equal to the maximum value of the actual stress distribution σ. Effective Thickness is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Effective Thickness is always positive.

Can the Effective Thickness be negative?

No, the Effective Thickness, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Effective Thickness?

Effective Thickness is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Effective Thickness can be measured.

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