Bending Stress Formula:
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Bending stress due to eccentricity about y-y axis is the normal stress that is induced at a point in a column or structural member subjected to loads that cause it to bend about the y-y axis. This occurs when the load is applied eccentrically, creating a moment about the axis.
The calculator uses the bending stress formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the bending stress at a specific point in a structural member by dividing the product of the moment about the y-y axis and the distance from the y-axis by the moment of inertia about the y-y axis.
Details: Accurate bending stress calculation is crucial for structural design and analysis, ensuring that materials are not overstressed and that structural members can safely carry the applied loads without failure.
Tips: Enter the moment about y-y axis in N·m, distance from y-axis in meters, and moment of inertia about y-y axis in m⁴. All values must be positive and greater than zero.
Q1: What causes bending stress in columns?
A: Bending stress in columns is caused by eccentric loading, where the load is not applied through the centroid of the cross-section, creating bending moments.
Q2: How does eccentricity affect bending stress?
A: Greater eccentricity increases the bending moment, which in turn increases the bending stress in the column.
Q3: What is the significance of moment of inertia in bending stress calculation?
A: Moment of inertia represents the resistance of a cross-section to bending. Higher moment of inertia results in lower bending stress for the same applied moment.
Q4: Can this calculator be used for any cross-sectional shape?
A: Yes, as long as the correct moment of inertia about the y-y axis is provided for the specific cross-section.
Q5: What are typical units for bending stress calculations?
A: Bending stress is typically measured in Pascals (Pa), with moments in Newton-meters (N·m), distances in meters (m), and moments of inertia in meters to the fourth power (m⁴).