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In some cases stresses are applied to an object along more than one principal axis.
Biaxial Tension
Forces are applied outwards in opposing directions on two separate orthogonal axes (axes at right angles).
Hydrostatic Pressure
Forces are applied inwards creating a triaxial compressive stress.