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Unit D Structurez
Scientific
| word | definition |
|---|---|
| deformation : | a change of shape in any structural component or in the structure itself b/c the material is unable to resist the force acting on it ex: the shape of an empty can |
| flexiblity: | the ability of a material to be bent under force repeatedly and not fail for example a foem cushion has flexibility |
| friction: | the use or purpose of a structure ex: the function of a thermos is to keep a drink cool on hot day. |
| column: | solid upright support structure in the shape of a cylinder |
| structural stress: | effectof all the forces acting on a structure at one time |
| structural fatigue: | weakening of a structure due to the exturnal and internal forces acting on it |
| structural failure: | Breakdown of a structure do to the external and internal forces acting on it 4 ex. Collapse of a bridge. |
| Cantilever: | Strucure that is supported at only one end or point 4 ex. as found in a cantilever bridge such as stony trail bridge. |
| Truss: | Frame work of beams that form triangles for ex. your force pulling an elastic. |
| Girders: | Long structure in a form of a hollow rectangular prism. |
| I beam: | A beam that has a cross section in a shape of an I for ex. Some types of curtian rod. |
| Beam: | Flat structure Supported at both ends. |
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