10_04_17_SPIE_Solving for the Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

A      Classes:  SPIE
Date of Assignment 9.27.17
E  :     EQs: What is the principle of thermal expansion?  Why does thermal expansion need to be a consideration for every construction project?  How do you manipulate the equation to solve for Delta T, or Lo, or the coefficient?

           1)  First, manipulate the original Thermal Expansion Equation to solve for the the coefficient.

           2)  A 96" inch pipe of an unknown material expands .168" when heated and additional 200 degrees.  What is the pipe most likely made of?
  Iron  .000000667
  Stainless steel  .00000876
  Aluminum  .00001285
  Copper  .0000096
  Brass  .0000097



Email the equation in step 1 and the answer to step two to the instructor.

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