(a) Determine the Brinell hardness number (HB) of the steel plate; and (b) Approximate the tensile strength of the steel.

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7. A Brinell hardness measurement, using a 10 mm diameter indenter and a 500 kg load,
produces an indentation of 2.5 mm on a steel plate.
(a) Determine the Brinell hardness number (HB) of the steel plate; and
(b) Approximate the tensile strength of the steel.
Transcribed Image Text:7. A Brinell hardness measurement, using a 10 mm diameter indenter and a 500 kg load, produces an indentation of 2.5 mm on a steel plate. (a) Determine the Brinell hardness number (HB) of the steel plate; and (b) Approximate the tensile strength of the steel.
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