Finding maximum allowable alternating stress using goodmans relation

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on calculating the maximum allowable alternating stress for a steel alloy with an ultimate tensile strength of 820 MN/m² and a fatigue endurance limit of 390 MN/m² using the Goodman relation. The alternating stress is defined as 0.3 times the mean stress, and a safety factor of 1.5 is applied. The formula σa = σfat x (σm/σts) is utilized to derive the maximum alternating stress. Participants provide insights on rearranging the equation to solve for σa effectively.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of the Goodman relation in fatigue analysis
  • Knowledge of material properties such as ultimate tensile strength and fatigue endurance limit
  • Familiarity with stress analysis concepts, including alternating and mean stress
  • Basic algebraic manipulation skills for solving equations
NEXT STEPS
  • Review the Goodman relation and its application in fatigue analysis
  • Learn about the significance of safety factors in engineering design
  • Explore examples of fatigue failure analysis in steel alloys
  • Investigate alternative methods for calculating allowable stresses, such as the Gerber or Soderberg criteria
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Mechanical engineers, materials scientists, and students involved in fatigue analysis and structural integrity assessments will benefit from this discussion.

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Homework Statement



(b) A steel alloy has an ultimate tensile strength of 820MN/m2 and a fatigue endurance limit of 390MN/m2. The steel is used in a fatigue application in which the alternating stress is 0.3 times the mean stress. Using the Goodman method with a factor of safety of 1.5 applied determine the maximum allowable alternating stress that will allow safe operation


Homework Equations


σa = σfat x (σm/σts)
Where σa is the alternating stress, σm is the mean stress, σfat is the fatigue endurance limit and σts is the ultimate tensile stress.

The Attempt at a Solution


So far I have substituted σa for 0.3 x σm and tried to rearrange this formula, I have however run into problems and am doubting this is the correct method.
 
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Any ideas? The entire assignment is due in on monday and this is all I'm having problems with.
 

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