Strain Calculator
Compute linear strain ε = ΔL/L₀ from length change and original length.
Input Data
Input Length change ΔL.
m
Input Original length L₀.
m
Results
0.001
ε = ΔL/L₀ = 0.001 / 1 = 0.001000
At a glance:Strain Calculator: enter parameters to compute results; complements related calculators.
Formula
ε = ΔL / L₀
ε: strain (dimensionless), ΔL: change in length, L₀: original length
How to Use
- Enter length change ΔL.
- Enter original length L₀.
- Get strain ε (dimensionless).
Case Studies
1 mm stretch on 1 m bar
ε = 0.001 / 1 = 0.001 = 0.1%.
FAQ
Does strain have units?
Dimensionless, often given as a percentage.
Relation to stress?
In linear elasticity σ = E·ε (Hooke's law).
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References
Content review: Calculatorism Science Team. Formula and numeric tests verified; results for reference only.