Factor of safety in machine design is defined as the ratio of ultimate stress to _____________ stress ?

Correct answer: A. Working

  • A. Working
  • B. Bearing
  • C. Yield
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The factor of safety compares the maximum or ultimate stress a component can withstand with the allowable working stress: FOS = ultimate stress ÷ working stress. Bearing and yield stresses are different design quantities.

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