lifespan of aluminium beams

Discussion in 'Materials' started by raf pali, Jan 4, 2014.


  1. dinoa
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    dinoa Senior Member

    One rule of thumb is that if you design the beam for a max stress of 1/10 yield strength of the aluminum, it will have a virtually unlimited fatigue life. Heavy but not cycle limited.

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