The longitudinal stress induced in a thin walled cylindrical vessel under internal pressure is_________________?

Correct answer: B. pd/4t

  • A. pd/2t
  • B. pd/4t
  • C. pd/t
  • D. pd/8t

Explanation

For a thin cylindrical vessel, the longitudinal stress is obtained by balancing pressure force on a longitudinal section with the wall resisting force, giving σL = pD/(4t). The hoop stress is twice this value, pD/(2t).

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