Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails in Railway Engineering Formulas

The modulus of elasticity of steel of rails is a measure of its stiffness. It is equal to the stress applied to it divided by the resulting elastic strain. And is denoted by E. Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails is usually measured using the Kilogram-Force per Square Centimeter for Pressure. Note that the value of Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails is always positive.

Railway Engineering formulas that make use of Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails

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FAQ

What is the Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails?

The modulus of elasticity of steel of rails is a measure of its stiffness. It is equal to the stress applied to it divided by the resulting elastic strain. Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails is usually measured using the Kilogram-Force per Square Centimeter for Pressure. Note that the value of Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails is always positive.

Can the Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails be negative?

No, the Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails?

Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails is usually measured using the Kilogram-Force per Square Centimeter[kgf/cm²] for Pressure. Pascal[kgf/cm²], Kilopascal[kgf/cm²], Bar[kgf/cm²] are the few other units in which Modulus of elasticity of steel of rails can be measured.

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