Tension (Tensile Force) (Leaving Cert Engineering): Quizzes
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What effect does tensile force create on a material?
What effect does tensile force create on a material?
A pulling effect
What happens to materials when they experience tensile forces?
What happens to materials when they experience tensile forces?
They are being stretched
How does steel respond to tensile forces?
How does steel respond to tensile forces?
Excellent resistance
How does concrete perform under tensile forces?
How does concrete perform under tensile forces?
Very poorly, fractures easily
Why is concrete almost never used alone in structural applications involving tension?
Why is concrete almost never used alone in structural applications involving tension?
Its poor tensile strength
Why do load-bearing cables on cranes use steel?
Why do load-bearing cables on cranes use steel?
Excellent tensile strength
What happens when tensile forces exceed a material's capacity?
What happens when tensile forces exceed a material's capacity?
Material will fracture or break
What must engineers consider when selecting materials for an application?
What must engineers consider when selecting materials for an application?
Forces during service life
Why must engineers design with safety margins?
Why must engineers design with safety margins?
Prevent failure under unexpected loads
Do different materials respond the same way to various types of forces?
Do different materials respond the same way to various types of forces?
No, they respond differently