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2011 AEROSPACE ENGINEERING - AE
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Consider a beam in bending with a solid circular cross-section of 1 mm2, which is subjected to a
transverse shear force of 1 N. The shear stress at the center of the cross-section (in N/mm2) is
Official Answer Key:
0.0
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2011 Q.26)**
**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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