Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
Wire-winding on pressure vessels is done to:
Strength of MaterialsWire Winding PurposeMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
Increase self-weight
B
Introduce compressive pre-stress that offsets tensile hoop stress under pressure
C
Prevent corrosion only
D
Reduce longitudinal stress only
Correct Answer
B. Introduce compressive pre-stress that offsets tensile hoop stress under pressure
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Wire-winding introduces compressive hoop stress before pressurisation, reducing net tensile hoop stress in service.
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