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Failure Criteria - Mohr-Coulomb Stress Components Calculator

τ=0.5(σa−σb)sin⁡(2β)\tau=0.5(\sigma_a-\sigma_b)\sin(2\beta)

Enter the required inputs, confirm the units, and run the calculator to solve tau. Review the formula source and assumptions before using the result in engineering work.

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Inputs

Defaults provide a quick field-unit example for the equation.

3 variables

Calculation runs locally with the shared TypeScript engine.

Formula reference

Failure Criteria - Mohr-Coulomb Stress Components calculates shear stress on the plane for in-situ stress and rock mechanics workflows in geomechanics and fracturing.

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Assumptions

  • Input values are representative for the well, reservoir, fluid, or equipment case being evaluated.
  • The declared units match the field-unit constants used in the formula.
  • The cited formula applies to the selected petroleum engineering workflow.

Common mistakes

  • Mixing unit systems without converting the inputs.
  • Using default example values as field recommendations.
  • Applying the formula outside the source assumptions.