GATE AE 2023 • Q49 NAT • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

A rigid bar AB is subjected to a uniformly distributed load of 100 N/m as shown in the figure. The bar is supported by rod CD, with A, C, and D as pin joints. The rod CD has axial stiffness of 40 N/mm. The vertical deflection at point D is __________ mm. (round off to nearest integer)

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2023 Q.49)** **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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