GATE AE 2013 • Q26 NAT • 1 Mark

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

Let 22 2 ˆˆˆˆ ˆ ˆ() ( ) S I yz i zx j xy k x i y j z kd S    , where S denotes the surface of the sphere of unit radius centered at the origin. Here ˆˆˆ, a n d ij k denote three orthogonal unit vectors. The value of I is ____________

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2013 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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