The transverse load P will produce a shear force V in the positive y direction on a mathematical cut through the beam at point “a”. This shear force is directly responsible for the shear stress τ on ...

Here, you can easily see that now the beam cross sections remain perpendicular to the neutral plane of the beam as the beam deflects. CONCLUSION: Shear stresses play an important role in the ...

Multiple forces act on an object at the same time. The size and direction of these forces determines the movement of the object. Show the forces acting on an object in a free body diagram.

The application of Newton's Laws to engineering problems in statics. The free-body diagram method is emphasized. Topics include vector algebra, force, moment of force, couples, static equilibrium of ...