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Chapter 7, Problem 7-38(choose chapter or problem)
The beam is constructed from three boards. Determine the maximum loads P that it can support if the allowable shear stress for the wood is \(\tau_{\text {allow }}=400 \mathrm{psi}\). What is the maximum allowable spacing s of the nails used to hold the top and bottom flanges to the web if each nail can resist a shear force of 400 lb?
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QUESTION:
The beam is constructed from three boards. Determine the maximum loads P that it can support if the allowable shear stress for the wood is \(\tau_{\text {allow }}=400 \mathrm{psi}\). What is the maximum allowable spacing s of the nails used to hold the top and bottom flanges to the web if each nail can resist a shear force of 400 lb?
ANSWER:
Problem 7-38The beam is constructed from three boards. Determine the maximum loads P that it can supportif the allowable shear stress for the wood is t allow 400 psi. What is the maximum allowablespacing s of the nails used to hold the top and bottom flanges to the web if each nail can resist ashear force of 400 lb Step-by-step solution Step 1 of 14 ^Draw the free body diagram of the beam.