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Transcribed Image Text:Problem 3
The cast iron block with cross-sectional
dimensions of 2.5 in. by 2.5 in. consists of two
pieces. The pieces are prevented from sliding
along the 55° inclined joint by the steel key,
which is 2.5 in. long. Determine the smallest safe
dimensions b and h of the key if the working
stress are 40 ksi for cast iron in bearing and 50
ksi for the key in shear.
ANS: b = 0.393 in. h = 0.983 in.
60 kips
2.5 in.-
55°
Key
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