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stress concentration [′stres ‚kän·sən‚trā·shən] (mechanics) A condition in which a stress distribution has high localized stresses; usually induced by an abrupt change in the shape of a member; in the vicinity of notches, holes, changes in diameter of a shaft, and so forth, maximum stress is several times greater than where there is no geometrical discontinuity. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The ISSFA's solid surface fabrication program includes training on product knowledge, shop safety, basic productivity concepts, material handling, templating, high-strength seams, adhesive systems, stress risers, thermoforming, inlays, backsplash fabrication, installation and inspection. The homogeneous nature of the nonwoven reinforcement eliminates the stress risers in PTH's caused by fiberglass, bundles and in some designs has resulted in 2-3X the mean time to failure when compared to glass polyimide systems. The chemical reaction between the chromium and chlorine tends to occur in areas where there are stress risers and where the chromium in the steel is at its highest. |
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