Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory Formula

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The Equivalent Stress is the value of uniaxial tensile stress that would produce the same level of distortion energy as the actual stresses involved. Check FAQs
σe=12(σ'1-σ'2)2+(σ'2-σ3)2+(σ3-σ'1)2
σe - Equivalent Stress?σ'1 - Normal Stress 1?σ'2 - Normal Stress 2?σ3 - Normal Stress 3?

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41.0513Edit=12(87.5Edit-51.43Edit)2+(51.43Edit-96.1Edit)2+(96.1Edit-87.5Edit)2
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Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
σe=12(σ'1-σ'2)2+(σ'2-σ3)2+(σ3-σ'1)2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
σe=12(87.5-51.43N/m²)2+(51.43N/m²-96.1N/m²)2+(96.1N/m²-87.5)2
Next Step Convert Units
σe=12(87.5-51.43Pa)2+(51.43Pa-96.1Pa)2+(96.1Pa-87.5)2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
σe=12(87.5-51.43)2+(51.43-96.1)2+(96.1-87.5)2
Next Step Evaluate
σe=41.0512716002805Pa
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
σe=41.0512716002805N/m²
LAST Step Rounding Answer
σe=41.0513N/m²

Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory Formula Elements

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Equivalent Stress
The Equivalent Stress is the value of uniaxial tensile stress that would produce the same level of distortion energy as the actual stresses involved.
Symbol: σe
Measurement: PressureUnit: N/m²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Normal Stress 1
Normal Stress 1 is a stress that occurs when a member is loaded by an axial force.
Symbol: σ'1
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Normal Stress 2
Normal Stress 2 is a stress that occurs when a member is loaded by an axial force.
Symbol: σ'2
Measurement: PressureUnit: N/m²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Normal Stress 3
Normal Stress 3 is a stress that occurs when a member is loaded by an axial force.
Symbol: σ3
Measurement: PressureUnit: N/m²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
sqrt
A square root function is a function that takes a non-negative number as an input and returns the square root of the given input number.
Syntax: sqrt(Number)

Other formulas in Normal Stress category

​Go Normal Stress across Oblique Section
σn=σ(cos(θo))2
​Go Normal Stress for Principal Planes at Angle of 0 Degrees given Major and Minor Tensile Stress
σn=σ1+σ22+σ1-σ22
​Go Normal Stress for Principal Planes at Angle of 90 degrees
σn=σ1+σ22-σ1-σ22
​Go Normal Stress for Principal Planes when Planes are at Angle of 0 Degree
σn=σ1+σ22+σ1-σ22

How to Evaluate Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory?

Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory evaluator uses Equivalent Stress = 1/sqrt(2)*sqrt((Normal Stress 1-Normal Stress 2)^2+(Normal Stress 2-Normal Stress 3)^2+(Normal Stress 3-Normal Stress 1)^2) to evaluate the Equivalent Stress, Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory formula is defined as a method to determine the stress state of a material under different types of loading conditions, providing a comprehensive understanding of the material's behavior under various principal stresses. Equivalent Stress is denoted by σe symbol.

How to evaluate Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory, enter Normal Stress 1 (σ'1), Normal Stress 2 (σ'2) & Normal Stress 3 3) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory

What is the formula to find Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory?
The formula of Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory is expressed as Equivalent Stress = 1/sqrt(2)*sqrt((Normal Stress 1-Normal Stress 2)^2+(Normal Stress 2-Normal Stress 3)^2+(Normal Stress 3-Normal Stress 1)^2). Here is an example- 41.05127 = 1/sqrt(2)*sqrt((87.5-51.43)^2+(51.43-96.1)^2+(96.1-87.5)^2).
How to calculate Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory?
With Normal Stress 1 (σ'1), Normal Stress 2 (σ'2) & Normal Stress 3 3) we can find Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory using the formula - Equivalent Stress = 1/sqrt(2)*sqrt((Normal Stress 1-Normal Stress 2)^2+(Normal Stress 2-Normal Stress 3)^2+(Normal Stress 3-Normal Stress 1)^2). This formula also uses Square Root (sqrt) function(s).
Can the Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory be negative?
Yes, the Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory, measured in Pressure can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory?
Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory is usually measured using the Newton per Square Meter[N/m²] for Pressure. Pascal[N/m²], Kilopascal[N/m²], Bar[N/m²] are the few other units in which Equivalent Stress by Distortion Energy Theory can be measured.
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