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This calculation determines the diameter of a cylinder when subjected to internal fluid pressure, considering the longitudinal stress in the wire and the thickness of the wire material.
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Explanation: The formula calculates the required cylinder diameter based on the longitudinal stress experienced by the wire due to internal fluid pressure and the wire thickness.
Details: Accurate diameter calculation is crucial for designing pressure vessels and cylindrical containers to ensure structural integrity and prevent failure under internal pressure.
Tips: Enter longitudinal stress in Pascals, thickness in meters, and internal pressure in Pascals. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is longitudinal stress in a cylinder?
A: Longitudinal stress is the stress acting along the length of the cylinder, parallel to its axis, caused by internal pressure.
Q2: Why is wire thickness important in this calculation?
A: Wire thickness directly affects the cylinder's ability to withstand internal pressure and maintain structural stability.
Q3: What units should be used for input values?
A: All inputs should be in SI units - Pascals for stress and pressure, meters for thickness and diameter.
Q4: What are typical applications of this calculation?
A: This calculation is used in designing pressure vessels, hydraulic cylinders, pipelines, and other cylindrical containers under internal pressure.
Q5: Are there limitations to this formula?
A: This formula assumes uniform material properties, perfect cylindrical geometry, and may not account for external loads or temperature variations.