Elongation in Strength of Materials Formulas

The Elongation is change in length due to subjected load. And is denoted by ∆. Elongation is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Elongation is always negative.

Formulas to find Elongation in Strength of Materials

fxElongation Circular Tapered BarGo

fxElongation of Prismatic Bar due to its Own WeightGo

fxAxial Elongation of Prismatic Bar due to External LoadGo

List of variables in Strength of Materials formulas

fx Load Go

fx Length of Bar Go

fx Diameter of Bigger End Go

fx Diameter of Smaller End Go

fx Elastic Modulus Go

fx Area of Prismatic Bar Go

FAQ

What is the Elongation?

The Elongation is change in length due to subjected load. Elongation is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Elongation is always negative.

Can the Elongation be negative?

Yes, the Elongation, measured in Length can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Elongation?

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

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