Math Problem Statement

A specimen of aluminum having a rectangular cross section 10 mm x 12.7 mm (0.4 in. x 0.5 in.) is pulled in tension with 35,500 N (8000 lbf) force, producing only elastic deformation. Calculate the resulting strain

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Stress
Strain
Elastic Deformation

Formulas

Stress (σ) = Force (F) / Area (A)
Strain (ε) = Stress (σ) / Young's Modulus (E)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Engineering