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Chapter 1 Problem 1-89

Question

Determine the maximum allowable load P that can be safely supported by the frame if t = 1.25 in. and b = 3.5 in. The wood has a normal failure stress of \(\sigma_{\text {fail }}=6\ \mathrm{ksi}\), and a shear failure stress of \(\tau_{\text {fail }}=1.5\ \mathrm{ksi}\). Use a factor of safety against failure of 2.

Solution

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The thickness of frame is .

The breadth of frame is .

The wood has a normal failure stress of .

The shear failure stress of wood is .

The factor of safety is  .

The free body diagram of the frame is as follows:

In order to determine maximum allowable stress, we have to:

Consider the condition of equilibrium at joint A.

 

The expression of forces in the y –direction is given as:

The horizontal component of the force acting on joint B is,

 

The expression of shear force developed on the plane is given as:

For, .

Therefore,

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Title Mechanics of Materials 10 
Author Russell C. Hibbeler
ISBN 9780134319650

Solved: Determine the maximum allowable load P that can be

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