GATE AE 2013 • Q41 NAT • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

In the steel structure (Young's modulus = 200 GPa) shown in the figure, all members have a circular cross-section of radius 10 mm. Column BD is pinned at B and D. The support at A is hinged. The minimum value of load ܲat which the column BD may buckle in Newtons is approximately ____________

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2013 Q.41)** **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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