operating stress

[′äp·ə‚rād·iŋ ‚stres]

(mechanics)

The stress to which a structural unit is subjected in service.

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A non-suspended, elevated-sprocket undercarriage provides ample track-on-ground for added stability, and the new models' massive mainframes and main cases resist operating stress.

Cat Pipelayers feature enhanced performance

One option is to conduct a hydrostatic pressure test to levels well above the operating stress or pressure level to establish whether a defect condition could impair the immediate integrity of a pipeline (allowing defects much smaller than would be critical at operating conditions to remain after a test).

Developing crack size detection criteria for unpiggable gas pipelines

Consequently, the uniformity of the operating stress experienced in the melt mixing section was higher with BMS than FKD and the fraction subjected to insufficient kneading action is thought to be lower.

Effectiveness of a backward mixing screw element for glass fiber dispersion in a twin-screw extruder

The chief of the SSM will be tasked with operating stress tests for banks and developing a new supervisory manual.

Daniele Nouy Set To Become Guardian or Executioner of 6,000 Eurozone Lenders

The new K-Series loaders also incorporate an electronic snubbing feature at end-stroke and kick-out positions to reduce operating stress.

Tier 4 Interim engine marks Cat K Series small wheel loaders

research carried out regardless of the level of operating stress amplitude, while it is known (Collins 1993) that different levels of operating stress amplitude correspond to the different laws of damage accumulation.

The use of magnetic coercivity method to diagnose crane metalware

We are using the term "design life" to mean the minimum desired time that the assembly will last at its maximum operating stress and average annual operating temperature based on just the internal pressure.

Determining design life of assemblies of polyethylene pipe

The methodology we used for forecasting long-term aging shows that performance is a function of the water quality, water temperature and operating stress, all of which will vary by utility," stated Ken Oliphant, PhD, P.

Study of disinfectants on PE pipe completed

Ford will remain under severe operating stress through at least 2009 due to continued growth in unemployment, weak consumer confidence and the impact of the credit crisis on consumers and the capital markets, Fitch said.

Ford shares rise after debt restructuring

While a residual stress is known to be generated in all pipes manufactured in the manner described, precautions in limiting the stress have usually been applied t o thick-walled polyolefin pipes [10], where the potential for developing large residual stresses, commensurate with the intended operating stress, is greatest.

Influence of Residual Stress on the Relationship Between Pipe Pressure and C-Ring Tests

The rating also acknowledges the near-term financial and operating stress as a result of the acquisition and the increasing international competition within the military aircraft industry.

LOCKHEED MARTIN $5.0 BILLION SHELF FOR SENIOR DEBT 'A-' BY FITCH -- FITCH FINANCIAL WIRE --

Operating stress was driven by state aid cuts (down 8% from the prior year) and high depreciation expense for the year, reflecting the capital improvements to the school campuses from the 2010 bond issuance.

Fitch Downgrades Cambridge Academy East, AZ to 'BB+'; Outlook Revised to Negative