Characteristics of Modulus of Rigidity
Here are some of the important characteristics of Modulus of Rigidity:
- Modulus of rigidity is a measure of the elastic shear stiffness of a material.
- The modulus of rigidity can be experimentally determined from the slope of a stress-strain curve created during tensile tests conducted on a material sample.
- For isotropic materials, the modulus of rigidity value is determined by a torsion test.
Modulus of Rigidity
Modulus of rigidity also known as shear modulus, is used to measure the rigidity of a given body. It is the ratio of shear stress to shear strain and is denoted by G or sometimes by S or μ. The modulus of rigidity of a material is directly proportional to its elastic modulus which depends on the material’s nature and properties.
In this article, we will talk about what Modulus of rigidity is, its formula, examples, and applications.
Table of Content
- What is the Modulus of Rigidity (Shear Modulus)?
- Modulus of Rigidity Formula
- Characteristics of Modulus of Rigidity
- Examples of Modulus of Rigidity
- Relation between Modulus of Elasticity and Modulus of Rigidity
- Modulus of Rigidity vs Modulus of Elasticity
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