..How does the concept of stress concentration influence the design of mechanical components under cyclic loading, and what methods can be employed to mitigate its effects to enhance the fatigue life of the component?
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Under cyclic loading, these high stress regions can lead to the initiation and propagation of fatigue cracks, significantly reducing the component's fatigue life. Show more…
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