Examples of Modulus of Rigidity
Here are some examples of modulus of rigidity for various materials:
Material |
Modulus of Rigidity Value |
---|---|
Concrete |
3 x 106 psi (21 GPa) |
Wood |
13 GPa |
Brass |
40 GPa |
Rubber |
0.0003 GPa |
Ideal liquid |
0 GPa |
Modulus of Rigidity of Steel
Modulus of rigidity for steel is approximately 79 GPa (Gigapascals) or 79,000 MPa (Megapascals). This value represents the material’s resistance to shearing or torsion forces.
Modulus of Rigidity of Aluminum
Modulus of rigidity for Aluminum can vary slightly with different alloys and other factors, but typical values for the modulus of rigidity of aluminum materials used in the industry range from 24 to 28 GPa (Gigapascals), or 3.5 × 106 to 4.1 × 106 psi.
For example, the modulus of rigidity for aluminum 6061-T6 is approximately 24 GPa. This value represents the material’s resistance to shearing or torsion forces and is an important property for understanding the material’s behavior under shear stress.
Modulus of Rigidity
Modulus of rigidity also known as shear modulus, is used to measure the rigidity of a given body. It is the ratio of shear stress to shear strain and is denoted by G or sometimes by S or μ. The modulus of rigidity of a material is directly proportional to its elastic modulus which depends on the material’s nature and properties.
In this article, we will talk about what Modulus of rigidity is, its formula, examples, and applications.
Table of Content
- What is the Modulus of Rigidity (Shear Modulus)?
- Modulus of Rigidity Formula
- Characteristics of Modulus of Rigidity
- Examples of Modulus of Rigidity
- Relation between Modulus of Elasticity and Modulus of Rigidity
- Modulus of Rigidity vs Modulus of Elasticity