Torsion Test Essay

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I. 1.1 OBJECTIVES To become familiar with torsion tests of rods with solid circular cross sections. To observe the relation between shear stress (τ) and shear strain (γ). To experimentally determine the shear modulus (G) of three different circular metal rods. 1.2 1.3 II. INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND The stress distribution in a torsion member such as a transmission shaft is non-uniform; it varies from zero at the centroidal longitudinal axis to a maximum at the outer fibers. In many engineering applications, such as torque transmission and in springs, the torsional behavior critically governs the design. In many cases the maximum torsional stress is the limiting factor in design while in others, it may be the maximum permissible angle of twist. III. 3.1 3.2 3.3 EQUIPMENT TERCO. Twist and Bend Machine, MT210. 3-8 mm diameter round rods of Steel, Aluminum, and Brass. Tools: dial gauge, a micrometer, dead-weights, and other miscellaneous equipment. IV. 4.1 PROCEDURE Measure the actual diameters of the three rods, calculate the polar moment of inertia of each rod and record the results on the data sheet. For a torque of 1.75 N-m (17.5 N at a radius of 100 mm), determine the Factor of Safety with respect to yield for shear stress. The Factor of Safety is the yield stress divided by the calculated stress. Assume the following properties: 4.2 R. Ehrgott 2/8 01/28/01 Material Structural Steel (A36) Aluminum Alloy (2024-T3) Brass Shear Yield Stress (MN/m2) 145 207 165 REF: Stevens, Karl K., Statics and Strength of Materials, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall. 4.3 Check your results with the Laboratory Instructor before continuing and obtain the rod gage length to be used in the tests. Insert the first rod through the torsional fastening components of the bearers and lock rod into the fixed bearer first. Adjust the distance

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