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stress tensor

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stress tensor [′stres ‚ten·sər]
(mechanics)
A second-rank tensor whose components are stresses exerted across surfaces perpendicular to the coordinate directions.


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In other words, the stress tensor defines a linear application from the unit sphere to stress vectors.
Among the outputs of the simulation are particle density profile, potential energy profile, and stress tensor components.
The utility also supports smooth or iso-surface color gradient contour displays of stress tensor results and viewing of nodal stress information through inquire tooltips.
 
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