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    Permanent Set Criterion in Lug Analysis

    Thank you both, gwolf and rb1957! It is clear to me now. There is no difference between permanent set and yielding other then the extent of yielding. Your information is most helpful. We are doing static lug analyses for a spacecraft where the specified safety factors are j=1.1 at yield and...
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    Permanent Set Criterion in Lug Analysis

    I would like some help with the term 'permanent set'. The permanent set criterion is used as one of the allowables to be used for lug analysis in addition to net section failure and shear tearout/bearing. Can anyone help me with the following questions: - Is permanent set any different from...

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