Example Question

Example Question

Secant Formula example question

Determine the maximum stress σ_max and maximum deflection ν_max due to the eccentric load P above.

Determine the maximum stress σ_max and maximum deflection ν_max due to the eccentric load P above.

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Step 1:
Calculate section properties (I_xx, A, r)

Step 1:
Calculate section properties (I_xx, A, r)

Secant Formula solution step 1

Step 2:
Use secant formula to calculate ν_max and σ_max

Step 2:
Use secant formula to calculate ν_max and σ_max

Secant Formula solution step 2

Useful formula:

Useful formula:

Secant Formula formula

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