SEDL / STP / STP97-EB / STP48061S

Stress Analysis of Automotive Cylinder Blocks

Erickson, Martin A.
Project Engineer, Head, Chrysler Corp., Detroit, Mich.

Pages: 9    Published: Jan 1950

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Abstract

The use of electrical-resistance type SR-4 strain gages in the determination of mechanical properties of cast iron is demonstrated. An example is given to show the application of strain gages in the stress and strength analysis of an experimental automotive cylinder block.