How can a static shock load requirement be defined?

  • Thread starter Thread starter SevenToFive
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Load Shock Static
Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion centers on defining a static shock load requirement of 2700 in-lbs for a new machine. A static load is characterized by a force applied over a prolonged period, while a shock load refers to a sudden force. The confusion arises from the juxtaposition of these terms, suggesting that the requirement may actually pertain to a dynamic load scenario where the system does not have time to respond. Clarification is needed on whether the term "static equivalent of shock load" is applicable in this context.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of static and dynamic load concepts
  • Familiarity with mechanical engineering principles
  • Knowledge of torque and load measurements
  • Experience with machine design requirements
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the differences between static and dynamic loads in mechanical systems
  • Learn about shock load calculations and their implications in machine design
  • Explore the concept of inertia and its effects on load response
  • Investigate the terminology used in load specifications, such as "static equivalent of shock load"
USEFUL FOR

Mechanical engineers, machine designers, and anyone involved in specifying load requirements for machinery will benefit from this discussion.

SevenToFive
Messages
56
Reaction score
3
A customer of my employer emailed me with some requirements for a new machine that they plan to build. Everything was fine until I got to the part of the static shock load requirement of 2700in-lbs. A static load is a force/load put on for a long period of time, but shock load is a sudden or rapid force applied. How can it be both?

If anyone can clear this up it would greatly appreciated.
 
Engineering news on Phys.org
Without context.

I'd say its a dynamic load where there system doesn't have time to respond.

Eg a shaft with no applied load (acting to retard its motion) would accelerate under the dynamic load. If it was held (had a massive inertia at the other end) all the dynamic load would go to twisting the shaft.
 
There are possibly words missing . Could be static equivalent (of) shock load (of) -
 
Last edited:

Similar threads

Replies
13
Views
4K
  • · Replies 15 ·
Replies
15
Views
5K
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
4K
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
8K
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
5K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Replies
1
Views
2K