SUMMARY
The Young's Modulus of copper is approximately 100 GPa, as confirmed by various sources including Wikipedia. The user attempted to calculate Young's Modulus for different gauges of copper wire (30SWG, 38SWG, and 24SWG) and reported values of 26 GPa, 3.1 GPa, and 49 GPa, respectively. The calculations were based on the formula E = kL/A, where E is Young's Modulus, k is the gradient from a force-extension graph, L is the original length, and A is the cross-sectional area. The user acknowledged that their results were affected by subpar measurement equipment.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of Young's Modulus and its significance in materials science
- Familiarity with the concept of force-extension graphs
- Knowledge of wire gauges, specifically Standard Wire Gauge (SWG)
- Ability to calculate cross-sectional area from diameter measurements
NEXT STEPS
- Research the calculation of Young's Modulus using the formula E = kL/A
- Learn about the properties and applications of copper in engineering
- Investigate the impact of measurement equipment on experimental results
- Explore the significance of wire gauge in material selection and performance
USEFUL FOR
Students in physics or engineering courses, materials scientists, and anyone involved in experimental mechanics or material testing will benefit from this discussion.