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Normal force divided by loaded area gives average pressure, not local peak stress.
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Normal force divided by loaded area gives average pressure, not local peak stress.
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Inputs
- Force (N): 100
- Loaded area (m²): 0.02
Results
- Average pressure: 5,000 Pa
Normal force divided by loaded area gives average pressure, not local peak stress.
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Normal force divided by loaded area gives average pressure, not local peak stress.
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p=F/A
Normal force divided by loaded area gives average pressure, not local peak stress.