Question

The expression for hoop stress/circumferential stress (F1) generated in the material of thin cylinder due to internal pressure of fluid (P) is given by:
Where t = thickness of the wall of cylinder
d = internal diameter of cylinder

• A. $F_1=\frac{pd}{2t}$
• B. $F_1=\frac{pd}{4t}$
• C. $F_1=\frac{p^2d}{2t}$
• D. $F_1=\frac{pd^2}{2t}$

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

$F_1=\frac{pd}{2t}$

Answer 2

The correct answer is (A) : $F_1=\frac{pd}{2t}$.