GATE AE 2018 • Q36 NAT • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

Consider the vector field v⃗ = - y r2 î + x r2 ĵ ; where r = √x2 + y2. The contour integral ∮ v⃗ ⋅ ds⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗, where ds⃗⃗⃗⃗⃗ is tangent to the contour that encloses the origin, is __________ (accurate to two decimal places).

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2018 Q.36)** **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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