Poisson's Ratio in Stress and Strain Formulas

Poisson’s Ratio is defined as the ratio of the lateral and axial strain. For many metals and alloys, values of Poisson’s ratio range between 0.1 and 0.5. And is denoted by 𝛎.

Stress and Strain formulas that make use of Poisson's Ratio

fxStrain in x direction in biaxial systemGo

fxStrain in Y direction in biaxial systemGo

FAQ

What is the Poisson's Ratio?

Poisson’s Ratio is defined as the ratio of the lateral and axial strain. For many metals and alloys, values of Poisson’s ratio range between 0.1 and 0.5.

Can the Poisson's Ratio be negative?

{YesorNo}, the Poisson's Ratio, measured in {OutputVariableMeasurementName} {CanorCannot} be negative.

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