The maximum pressure of air in a 20-in cylinder (double-acting air compressor) is 125 psig. What should be the diameter of the piston rod if it is made of AISI 3140 OQT at 1000°F, and if there are no stress raisers and no columns action? Let N=1.75; indefinite life desired. Surfaces are polished. Ans. 11/2in (1.39in.)

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The maximum pressure of air in a 20-in
cylinder (double-acting air compressor) is
125 psig. What should be the diameter of the
piston rod if it is made of AISI 3140 OQT at
1000°F, and if there are no stress raisers and
no columns action? Let N=1.75; indefinite life
desired. Surfaces are polished. Ans. 1 1/2in
(1.39in.)
Transcribed Image Text:The maximum pressure of air in a 20-in cylinder (double-acting air compressor) is 125 psig. What should be the diameter of the piston rod if it is made of AISI 3140 OQT at 1000°F, and if there are no stress raisers and no columns action? Let N=1.75; indefinite life desired. Surfaces are polished. Ans. 1 1/2in (1.39in.)
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