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σu

Last Updated: 3 years ago

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σu

Material ultimate stress.

Source: API SPEC 17J, Specification for Unbonded Flexible Pipe, Third Edition, July 2008. Global Standards


See Also

  • Stress Intensification Factor
  • Proportional Limit
  • Intermediate Stress Relief
  • SIF
  • Vessel Material(s)

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