Practice Shear Stress Distribution in Beams - 8 | Mechanics of Beams | Mechanics of Deformable Solids
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is shear stress and how does it distribute in a beam?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider where forces are applied and how they affect the beam.

Question 2

Easy

Define the symbol \( \tau \) in the shear stress formula.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what kind of stress is present in the beam.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

Where is shear stress maximum in a beam under load?

  • At the top fiber
  • At the bottom fiber
  • At the neutral axis

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about where stress would have the least resistance.

Question 2

True or False: Shear stress is constant across the entire beam cross-section.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the variation of stress throughout the beam.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A beam with a triangular load creates a shear force of 50 kN at its center. The beam’s width is 150 mm, and its moment of inertia is 2 x 10^6 mm^4. If the first moment of area above the center is 1200 mmΒ³, calculate the maximum shear stress.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Ensure the units are consistent and double-check your calculations.

Question 2

Discuss how knowing the shear stress can influence the design choices in beam construction.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about common materials used in construction.

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