Computes thermal elongation, strain, and induced stress for constrained members
Inputs
Results
Thermal elongation (ΔL)
—
inches
Thermal strain (ε)
—
in/in
Thermal stress (σ)
—
psi
Induced force (F = σ × A)
—
pounds
Material reference table
| Material | α (in/in·°F) | E (psi) | σ/ΔT (psi/°F) |
|---|