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Bending stress represents the stress due to the bending moment caused by the vertical loads. Check FAQs
Sh=MZt
Sh - Bending Stress?M - Bending Moment?Zt - Section Modulus in Tension?

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27.0588Edit=1.38Edit51Edit
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Stress in Rail Foot Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Sh=MZt
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Sh=1.38N*m51
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Sh=1.3851
Next Step Evaluate
Sh=27.0588235294118Pa
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Sh=27.0588Pa

Stress in Rail Foot Formula Elements

Variables
Bending Stress
Bending stress represents the stress due to the bending moment caused by the vertical loads.
Symbol: Sh
Measurement: PressureUnit: Pa
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Bending Moment
The Bending Moment is the reaction induced in a structural element when an external force or moment is applied to the element, causing the element to bend.
Symbol: M
Measurement: Moment of ForceUnit: N*m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Section Modulus in Tension
Section Modulus in Tension is the geometric property defined to find the strength of a structure.
Symbol: Zt
Measurement: VolumeUnit:
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Bending Stress

​Go Stress in Rail Head
Sh=MZc

Other formulas in Vertical Loads category

​Go Bending Moment on Rail
M=0.25LVerticalexp(-xl)(sin(xl)-cos(xl))
​Go Isolated Vertical Load given Moment
LVertical=M0.25exp(-xl)(sin(xl)-cos(xl))
​Go Dynamic Overload at Joints
F=Fa+0.1188Vtw
​Go Static Wheel Load given Dynamic Load
Fa=F-0.1188Vtw

How to Evaluate Stress in Rail Foot?

Stress in Rail Foot evaluator uses Bending Stress = Bending Moment/Section Modulus in Tension to evaluate the Bending Stress, The Stress in Rail Foot is defined as the ratio of bending moment to that of the section modulus on tension side. Bending Stress is denoted by Sh symbol.

How to evaluate Stress in Rail Foot using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Stress in Rail Foot, enter Bending Moment (M) & Section Modulus in Tension (Zt) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Stress in Rail Foot

What is the formula to find Stress in Rail Foot?
The formula of Stress in Rail Foot is expressed as Bending Stress = Bending Moment/Section Modulus in Tension. Here is an example- 27.05882 = 1.38/51.
How to calculate Stress in Rail Foot?
With Bending Moment (M) & Section Modulus in Tension (Zt) we can find Stress in Rail Foot using the formula - Bending Stress = Bending Moment/Section Modulus in Tension.
What are the other ways to Calculate Bending Stress?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Bending Stress-
  • Bending Stress=Bending Moment/Section Modulus in CompressionOpenImg
Can the Stress in Rail Foot be negative?
Yes, the Stress in Rail Foot, measured in Pressure can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Stress in Rail Foot?
Stress in Rail Foot is usually measured using the Pascal[Pa] for Pressure. Kilopascal[Pa], Bar[Pa], Pound Per Square Inch[Pa] are the few other units in which Stress in Rail Foot can be measured.
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