GATE AE 2016 • Q13 NAT • 1 Mark

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

Consider four thin -walled beams of different open cross-sections, as shown in the cases (i-iv). A shear force of magnitude 'F' acts vertically downward at the location 'P' in all the beams. In which of the following case, does the shear force induce bending and twisting? Case (i) Case (ii) Case (iii) Case (iv) (A) (i) (B) (ii) (C) (iii) (D) (iv) 3/9

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2016 Q.13)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Structural Mechanics** under *Aerospace Structures* (1 Mark, 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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