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For a given stress state (sx, sy, and txy) and safety factor, this calculator applies the maximum shear stress criterion and von Mises criterion to check if the maximum shear stress exceeds the given yield strength (sy).
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The formulas used in this calculator are based on the following graphic,
 Further detail is provided in the ductile materials failure criteria page. |
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Ductile Materials Yield |
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Strain |
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Hooke's Law |
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