Thermodynamics > Thermal Expansion

DCS# 4A30.10

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BIMETALLIC STRIP

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APPARATUS

bimetallic strip	202-11-E2
butane burner and striker	202-11-B

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DESCRIPTION

The two faces of the bar are made of two different metals with different coefficients of expansion.  The bar is straight at room temperature, and bends in different directions when heated or cooled.

 

REFERENCES

Freier and Anderson, Ha-5.

Meiners, 25-2.2.

Sutton, H-21.