GATE AE 2016 • Q52 NAT • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

The Dutch roll motion of the aircraft is described by following relationship                       r 76 . 0 49 . 4 1 26 . 0 r  The undamped natural frequency (rad/s) and damping ratio for the Dutch roll motion in that order are: (A) 4.68, 1.02 (B) 4.49, 1.02 (C) 2.165, 0.235 (D) 2.165, 1.02

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2016 Q.52)** **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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