What is Tensile Force? - Researching Pantheon of Rome

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The discussion centers on the definition of tensile force, specifically in the context of structural engineering and physics. Tensile force is defined as a pulling or stretching force, exemplified by the dynamics of a tug of war where opposing teams exert tensile forces on a rope. This fundamental concept is crucial for understanding the structural integrity of constructions like the Pantheon of Rome, where tensile forces play a significant role in maintaining stability.

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I am doing a bit of fun research about the Pantheon of Rome and I ran into the term tensile force and I can't get a clear definition anywhere.
 
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Basically a pulling or stretching force .

Like in a tug of war . The two opposing teams are applying tensile forces to the ends of the rope .
 
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Nidum said:
Basically a pulling or stretching force .

Like in a tug of war . The two opposing teams are applying tensile forces to the ends of the rope .
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