Mechanics of Materials

BS. Civil Engineering

Torsion Problems

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Example 1
A steel shaft of 3 feet long that has a diameter of 4 inch is
subjected to a torque of 150 kip-ft. Determine the minimum
and maximum shearing stress and angle of twist. Use, G =
12x106 psi.

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Example 2
Determine the angle of twist of the end A of steel shaft shown
in Fig. The shaft has a diameter of 200 mm. Use, G = 75 GPa

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