Answer:
A_ab = 0.206 in^2
Explanation:
Given:
- ultimate normal stress T = 65 ksi
- factor of safety FS = 2.45
Find:
- Determine the cross-sectional area of AB
Solution:
- Compute a point load for the distributed force P:
P = 600*4.2 = 2520 lb
- Apply equilibrium equations:
(M)_D = 0
- F_ab *sin (35)*2.8 + 0.7*2520 + 5000*1.4 = 0
F_ab = 5457 lb
- Stress in AB:
stress = F_ab / A_ab
stress_all = T / FS
F_ab / A_ab = T / FS
A_ab = FS*F_ab / T
A_ab = 2.45*5.457/65
A_ab = 0.206 in^2