Practice Shear strain - 2 | 12. Longitudinal Strain (contd.) | Solid Mechanics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define shear strain.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to angles when materials are twisted.

Question 2

Easy

What is the formula for calculating shear strain?

💡 Hint: Recall how angles change after deformation.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the formula for calculating shear strain?

  • α = β
  • α = 90° - β
  • α = β + 90°

💡 Hint: Focus on how angles change after deformation.

Question 2

True or False: Shear strain only affects the size of a material.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how changes in angle affect shape.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A steel beam is subjected to shear forces resulting in a change of angle from 90 degrees to 75 degrees. Calculate the shear strain and discuss its implications for structural design.

💡 Hint: Use the formula for shear strain and relate it to engineering safety.

Question 2

A concrete block is designed to withstand significant shear forces during an earthquake. Describe the importance of measuring shear strain in this context.

💡 Hint: Consider how deformation affects safety in construction.

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