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The limit of proportionality in the material of a structural steel member, when subjected to simple tension, is 280 N/mm2. The principal stresses in the member are σ1=122 N/mm2 (Tensile) and σ2=60 N/mm2 (Compressive). μ=0.3. According to maximum strain theory, the factor of safety is

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2.5
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Solution

The correct option is C 2
According to maximum strain theory,

σ1μσ2σyF

1220.3×(60)280F

F280140

F2


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