What is the 0.2% Offset Method?

0.2% Offset Method

The strain and stress in the first part of a material’s stress-strain curve are directly proportionate, as described in the last edition of Technical Tidbits. On the stress-strain diagram, this creates a straight line with a slope known as young’s modulus of the substance.  The proportionate limit is the point at which the stress response … Read more

Tips For Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads

Car accidents are the leading cause of fatalities during winter storms, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Understanding how to drive your car in winter conditions could mean the difference between getting stuck in a snow bank on the side of the highway (or worse) and … Read more