How to use the flow stress calculator
Prepare the values for this calculation
Calculate flow stress from Hollomon’s power law with user-supplied K and n. Use the formula below to check that it answers your question. Read the input units before transferring figures from a statement, measurement or dataset.
Enter and check each input
- Strength coefficient K (Pa): enter a value at least 0. Use the unit named in the label or selected above. Do not leave this required field blank.
- True plastic strain ε: enter a value at least 0. Use the unit named in the label or selected above. Do not leave this required field blank.
- Strain-hardening exponent n: enter a value at least 0. Use the unit named in the label or selected above. Do not leave this required field blank.
The input table gives a complete example. Keep units and time periods consistent across related fields.
Calculate and resolve any input error
Choose Calculate after entering the values. Changes also update the answer after a short pause. If an error appears, follow its message, correct the field and calculate again. Reset restores the example values.
Interpret the answer
Check Flow stress first. With the unchanged example inputs, it is 579,823,730.9421564 Pa. Interpret it using the formula and assumptions on this page.
Compare and keep a useful result
For a controlled comparison, keep every other example input unchanged and change Strength coefficient K (Pa) from 800000000 to 880000000. The resulting Flow stress is 637,806,104.0363721 Pa. This illustrates the equation’s response to that input, rather than a forecast of real events.
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Flow Stress Calculator formula
σ=K ε^n.
Inputs and units
| Input | Format / range | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Strength coefficient K (Pa) | minimum 0 | 800000000 |
| True plastic strain ε | minimum 0 | 0.2 |
| Strain-hardening exponent n | minimum 0 | 0.2 |
Worked example
Using the example inputs above, the flow stress is 579,823,730.9421564 Pa.
- Flow stress
- 579,823,730.9421564 Pa
Results and assumptions
Hollomon power-law model with user-supplied parameters.
Fix an input or unexpected result
Strength coefficient K (Pa) is required. Enter strength coefficient k (pa) using the format and bounds in the input table. Zero and an empty field are different: use zero only if it is allowed and represents your data.
If your answer differs from the example, choose Reset and compare every field, including selected units and options. Check percentage versus decimal entry and whether values describe the same period. Round only the final displayed answer when reproducing the formula.
If a discrepancy remains, report the calculator issue with the page address, non-sensitive example inputs, actual result, expected result and a reference for your calculation.