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The axle of a pulley is subjected to double shear as shown in the figure. The wi

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Question

The axle of a pulley is subjected to double shear as shown in the figure. The width of the pulley is 1 inch and the bracket is 0.4 inch thick. Find (a) the shear stress in the axle, (b) the bearing stress in the bracket, and (c) the bearing stress in the pulley.

The axle of a pulley is subjected to double shear as shown in the figure. The width of the pulley is 1 inch and the bracket is 0.4 inch thick. Find (a) the shear stress in the axle, (b) the bearing stress in the bracket, and (c) the bearing stress in the pulley.

Explanation / Answer

shear stress=F/area=500lb/(0.5*(1/4)*2*pi*0.9)