Mechanics of Materials: Stress, Strain, and Axial Loading

Calculate normal stress and strain in axially loaded members.

Interpret material properties from stress-strain curves and apply Hooke's Law.

Calculate shear stress and strain in materials under direct shear and bearing stress in connections.

Analyze deformation and elongation in bars under axial loads, including statically indeterminate cases.

Determine stresses in thin-walled pressure vessels using hoop and longitudinal stress formulas.

Apply factors of safety to determine allowable stresses and assess simple designs.