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XXI. Elements of a mathematical theory of elasticity
William Thomson
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Published: Dec 31, 1856
DOI: 10.1098/rstl.1856.0022
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Abstract Def. A Stress is an equilibrating application of force to a body. Cor. The stress on any part of a body in equilibrium will thus signify the force which it experiences from the matter touching that part all round, whether entirely homogeneous with itself or only so across a portion of its bounding surface. Def. A strain is any definite alteration of form or dimensions experienced by a solid.
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