GATE AE 2016 • Q39 MCQ • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

Determine the correctness or otherwise of the following statements, [a] and [r], [a]: Ribs, used in airplane wings, increase the column buckling strength of the longitudinal stiffeners. [r]: Ribs distribute concentrated loads into the structure and redistribute stresses around discontinuities.

Options:

  • (A) Both [a] and [r] are true and [r] is the correct reason for [a]
  • (B) Both [a] and [r] are true but [r] is not the correct reason for [a]
  • (C) Both [a] and [r] are false
  • (D) [a] is true but [r] is false .40 A channel section shown in the figure has uniform thickness. It is subjected to an anticlockwise torque of 62.5103 Nmm. The maximum possible thickness of the channel section, such that the shear stress induced in it does not exceed 100 N/mm2, is ____ mm.

Official Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2016 Q.39)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Structural Mechanics** under *Aerospace Structures* (2 Marks, MCQ). **2. Aerospace Engineering Deduction**: - Applying standard governing principles of Structural Mechanics. - Option **(A)** matches the analytical derivation and official criteria. **3. Final Answer**: Correct Option is **(A)**.

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