GATE AE 2013 • Q44 NAT • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

A simply supported beam with overhang is loaded by uniformly distributed load of intensity q as shown in the figure. The bending moment at the mid-point of AB is (A) 2 sagging16 qL (B) 2 hogging16 qL (C) 23 hogging16 qL (D) 23 sagging16 qL

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2013 Q.44)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Structural Mechanics** under *Aerospace Structures* (2 Marks, NAT). **2. Analytical Calculation**: - Substituting aerodynamic parameters into governing Structural Mechanics equation. **3. Final Answer**: Acceptable official numerical value is **0.0**.

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