Beam AB has a modulus of elasticity of E = 30 x 106 psi and Poisson's ratio of 0.30. Disregarding the weight of the beam Calculate the change (Ab; in inches) in the width of the top of the beam at the midpoint of the span.
Beam AB has a modulus of elasticity of E = 30 x 106 psi and Poisson's ratio of 0.30. Disregarding the weight of the beam Calculate the change (Ab; in inches) in the width of the top of the beam at the midpoint of the span.
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Transcribed Image Text:Beam AB has a modulus of elasticity of E= 30 x 106 psi and Poisson's ratio of 0.30.
Disregarding the weight of the beam
Calculate the change (Ab; in inches) in the width of the top of the beam at the midpoint of
the span.
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