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For a two-dimensional truss structure as shown in the figure, determine displacements of the nodes and normal stresses developed in the members using a commercial finite element analysis program. Use
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- The flat bars shown in parts a and b of the figure are subjected to tensile forces P = 2.5 kN. Each bar has thickness t = 5.0 mm. (a) For the bar with a circular hole, determine the maximum stresses for hole diameters d = 12 mm and d = 20 mm il" the width h = 60 mm. (b) For the stepped bar with shoulder fillets, determine the maximum stresses Tor fillet radii R = 6 mm and R = 10 mm if the bar widths are h = 60 mm and c = 40 mm.arrow_forward7.5-11 in. cube of concrete (E = 4.5 X 106 psi. v = 0.2) is compressed in biaxial stress by means of a framework that is loaded as shown in the figure. Assuming that each load F equals 25 kips. determine the change iv in the volume of the cube and the strain energy U stored in the cube.arrow_forwardThe normal strain in the 45n direction on the surface of a circular tube (sec figure) is 880 × 10 when the torque T = 750 lb-in. The tube is made of copper alloy with G = 6.2 × 106 psi and y = 0.35. If the outside diameter d2of the tube is 0.8 in., what is the inside diameter dt? If the allowable normal stress in the tube is 14 ksi, what is the maximum permissible inside diameter d?arrow_forward
- Mechanics of Materials (MindTap Course List)Mechanical EngineeringISBN:9781337093347Author:Barry J. Goodno, James M. GerePublisher:Cengage Learning