Mechanics of Solids-I
B.Sc. Civil Engineering
Strain
Dr. Azhar Saleem
Dr. Mazhar Saleem
1
Reference: Mechanics of Materials, 10th Ed. By R.C. Hibbeler
, 2.1 Deformation
⚫ When a force is applied on a body, it tends to change
body’s shape and size. These changes are referred to
as deformation.
2
B.Sc. Civil Engineering
Strain
Dr. Azhar Saleem
Dr. Mazhar Saleem
1
Reference: Mechanics of Materials, 10th Ed. By R.C. Hibbeler
, 2.1 Deformation
⚫ When a force is applied on a body, it tends to change
body’s shape and size. These changes are referred to
as deformation.
2