After a brief description of modes of failure, the estimation of loads is considered together with the determination of allowable stresses and safety factors. The need to idealise a real structure before the data may be used is explained, and a number of examples illustrate how this is approached indicating where particular Data Items may be applied to determine the stresses.
| IHS ESDU | |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Standards and Technical Documents |
| Product Number | SS1 |
| Product Name | Guide to the use of the Stress and Strength Series. |
