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Chapter 13, Problem 13-3(choose chapter or problem)
The aircraft link is made from an A992 steel rod. Determine the smallest diameter of the rod, to the nearest \(\frac{1}{16} \text { in }\)., that will support the load of 4 kip without buckling. The ends are pin connected.
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QUESTION:
The aircraft link is made from an A992 steel rod. Determine the smallest diameter of the rod, to the nearest \(\frac{1}{16} \text { in }\)., that will support the load of 4 kip without buckling. The ends are pin connected.
ANSWER:
Problem 13-3The aircraft link is made from an A992 steel rod. Determine the smallest diameter of the rod, tothe nearest 1 16 in., that will support the load of 4 kip without buckling. The ends are pinconnected. Step-by-step solution Step 1 of 3 ^Given data:Critical supporting load, P = ipLength of the rod L ,18in 3Taking modulus of elasticity for A-36 from tables, E = 29 x 10 ksi