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on road? and why not cuboidal ones?
Cylinders are easier to make strong enough to hold them.!Jon Snow! said:on road? and why not cuboidal ones?
It isn't a matter of welding joints: flat surfaces bend when there is a pressure behind them while cylinders are just in tension.!Jon Snow! said:I guess less number of welding joints are required in elliptical or cylindrical vessels than cubical ones.
Crow said:Well, I've seen sharply square/rectangular swimming pools... Is that any different?
Have you seen cracks in the concrete walkway that surrounds one of those swimming pools? Oftentimes you will, and most often they'll start at a corner of the pool.Crow said:Well, I've seen sharply square/rectangular swimming pools... Is that any different?
So you do have rectangular containers for those objects. Just that they aren't used for liquids.Sweenebean said:What about small scale objects where the material could handle the forces at hand. A rectangular water bottles would ship easier in bulk and could be easily modified for ergonomics. Majority of bathroom sinks are elliptical. Hygienic products such as soaps, shampoos, and conditioners are distributed in elliptical cylinders; however, like the water bottle would be more efficient to ship in rectangular containers. This might go outside of physics I'm just curious
The shape of the container is important for stability during transportation. Cylindrical or elliptical cylindrical containers have a low center of gravity and a consistent distribution of weight, making them less likely to tip over.
The shape of the container allows for better control of the liquid's movement. The liquid will naturally stay in the center of the container, reducing the risk of spills during transportation.
It depends on the size and dimensions of the container. Generally, cylindrical or elliptical cylindrical containers have a larger volume compared to other shapes of the same size. This is due to their curved walls, which maximizes the space inside the container.
Aside from their stability and efficient use of space, these containers also have the advantage of being stackable. This allows for more efficient storage and transportation of large quantities of liquids.
These containers are commonly used for liquids with low viscosity, such as water, oil, and other non-corrosive liquids. They are also suitable for gases and dry bulk materials such as grains and powders.