Mechanical Engineering - Strength of Materials - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Strength of Materials - Section 6 (Q.No. 19)
19.
Poisson's ratio is the ratio of linear stein to the volumetric strain.
Discussion:
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Roop said:
7 years ago
Here, it is Lateral strain /linear strain.
Rajendra said:
10 years ago
Lateral strain upon longitudinal stress.
Nithin said:
1 decade ago
Poisson's ratio is the ratio of lateral strain to the longitudinal strain i.e, 1/m. For the most metal value is between 0.25 to 0.33.
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