Design Factor and Factor of Safety

A general approach to the allowable load versus loss-of-function load problem is the deterministic design factor method, and sometimes called the classical method of
design. The fundamental equation is Eq. (1–1) where nd is called the design factor. All loss-of-function modes must be analyzed, and the mode leading to the smallest design factor governs. After the design is completed, the actual design factor may change as a result of changes such as rounding up to a standard size for a cross section or using off-the-shelf components with higher ratings instead of employing what is calculated by using the design factor. The factor is then referred to as the factor of safety, n. The factor of safety has the same definition as the design factor, but it generally differs numerically.
Since stress may not vary linearly with load (see Sec. 3–19), using load as the loss-of-function parameter may not be acceptable. It is more common then to express the design factor in terms of a stress and a relevant strength. Thus Eq. (1–1) can be rewritten as







The stress and strength terms in Eq. (1–3) must be of the same type and units. Also, the stress and strength must apply to the same critical location in the part.





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  • Mechanical Engineering
    McGraw−Hill Primis
    ISBN: 0−390−76487−6
    Text:
    Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design,
    Eighth Edition
    Budynas−Nisbett



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