5 - Torsion in Shafts Fixed at Both Ends
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What is torsion?
💡 Hint: Think about how twisting a straw works.
What must be true about the angular displacement of a shaft fixed at both ends?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when you twist something at each end.
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What is the primary consequence of applying torque to a shaft fixed at both ends?
💡 Hint: Think about how torque affects a rotating object.
True or False: The angular displacement at the fixed ends of a shaft must remain zero.
💡 Hint: What happens when ends are held firmly?
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A circular shaft fixed at both ends experiences a torque of 200 N·m. If the shear modulus is 80 GPa and the polar moment of inertia is 30 × 10^-6 m^4, calculate the angle of twist.
💡 Hint: You might need the length of the shaft to solve fully.
Design a scenario where a shaft fixed at both ends would fail under excessive torque, outlining the reasons for its failure.
💡 Hint: Consider how material limits influence design choices.
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