9_27_17_SPIE_Thermal Expansion II

Classes:  SPIE
Date of Assignment 9.27.17
EQ(s):  What is the principle of thermal expansion?  Why does thermal expansion need to be a consideration for every construction project?



Do the Following thermal expansion problem:

If you were installing a copper communications cable that was 5800 feet long between junctions, you would need to provide for slack in the cable so it would not pull out of its fittings with contraction due to cold weather.  If the temperature at installation was 88 degrees and the lowest temperature expected in your area was -10 degrees, how much slack should you provide for?

Email the equation for solving and your answer with units...

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