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A spherical metal vessel 120 cm diameter is subjected to an internal pressure of 15 kg/sq cm. If the permissible stress is 625 kg/sq cm and the efficiency of the riveted joints is 75%, the required thickness of the plate would be

Correct Answer: 10 mm

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Machine Design MCQ: A spherical metal vessel 120 cm diameter is subjected to an internal pressure of 15 kg/sq cm. If the permissible stress is 625 kg/sq cm and the efficiency of the riveted joints is 75%, the required thickness of the plate would be | Extra Education