Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements
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Chapter 8, Problem 8.5P
Plot the resistance of a platinum wire that is 5 m long as a function of wire diameter ranging from 0.1 mm to 2 mm. Estimate the allowable tensile load for the 0.1 mm wire. (Hint: The tensile strength of platinum is 120 MPa.)
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