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hey, I am not sure whether this is directly related, but I am trying to understand why the Elastic modulus of wood is different under compression and tension. I believe it has something to do with the fact they are an organic substance made up of cells rather than a pure element or alloy. Is...

can anyone explain how the formulas where derived - unmathematically. AKA. layman's terms?

what are plug and play equations? is this where you just put in the numbers and get an answer? are the derivations of the equations all complex math of is there a simpler explanation... even if its not mathematical?

i have two different beam deflection formulas, one for rigid supports and one for simple supports - but i know there are many different ones out there. i was wondering if anyone could tell me how the formulas were created, oh and also what exactly does moment of inertia have to do with...