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Diagrams and Calculator Inputs
 Slab Width H  
 Notch Depth t  
 Notch Radius r  
 Distance between Notches d H - 2t
 Slab Thickness h << H

Stress Concentration Factors

Input data
H = 100 mm
t = 10 mm
r = 10 mm
Answer
 2.27  (2.41 in some literatures)
 
 2.83  (3.02 in some literatures)
 
Note that the stress concentration factors are calculated from experimental data using curve fitting, so only two decimal places are given.
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Wages, employment opportunities, and growth projections for STEM jobs.

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Discover how to choose the right 3D printer for your needs and the key performance attributes to consider.

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Guide for those interested in becoming a mechanical engineer. Includes qualifications, pay, and job duties.