Average shear stress in the glue joint between a spliced rod?

In summary, the problem involves splicing two nylon rods together using a plastic pipe and applying a tensile force of 500 lb. The question is asking for the average shear stress in the glue between the pipe and rods. To calculate this, we need to use the formula for shear stress, which is force divided by area. However, since the glue only covers the inner surface of the sleeve and bonds it to the 1" ends of the nylon rods, we need to use the area that the glue covers to calculate the shear stress. Therefore, the final calculation for shear stress would be 500 lb divided by the area covered by the glue.
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Problem statement:
Two 3/4-in.-diameter nylon rods are spliced together by gluing a 2-in. section of plastic pipe over the rod ends, as shown in the figure. If a tensile force of P = 500 lb is applied to the spliced nylon rod, what is the average shear stress in the glue going between the pipe and rods?

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Obviously, {average shear stress} = {force} / {area}. But I am very confused when you take into account this splicing! Thank you in advance!
 
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Assume there is no glue between the ends of the nylon rods, i.e., all of the glue is between the surface of the rod ends and the sleeve.
 
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SteamKing said:
Assume there is no glue between the ends of the nylon rods, i.e., all of the glue is between the surface of the rod ends and the sleeve.

How does that affect the problem? Is it as simple as {shear stress} = 500 lb / (pi/4 * (3/4)^2) ?
 
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No, the glue doesn't cover the cross section ends of the rods, it covers the inner surface of the sleeve and bonds it to the 1" ends of the nylon rods.
 
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SteamKing said:
No, the glue doesn't cover the cross section ends of the rods, it covers the inner surface of the sleeve and bonds it to the 1" ends of the nylon rods.

Ohh, so use the area that it covers to calculate the shear stress? And P for the force?

Thank you very much by the way!
 

1. What is average shear stress in a glue joint?

The average shear stress in a glue joint is the force per unit area that is applied parallel to the glued surfaces, causing them to slide against each other. It is a measure of the strength of the bond between the two surfaces.

2. How is average shear stress calculated in a spliced rod?

The average shear stress in a spliced rod can be calculated by dividing the force applied to the rod by the cross-sectional area of the rod at the location of the splice. This will give the shear stress at the weakest point of the joint.

3. What factors affect the average shear stress in a glue joint?

The average shear stress in a glue joint can be affected by factors such as the type and strength of the adhesive used, the surface preparation of the materials being bonded, and the amount and distribution of the applied force.

4. Is there an ideal value for average shear stress in a glue joint?

There is no one ideal value for average shear stress in a glue joint as it depends on the specific application and materials being used. However, in general, a higher average shear stress indicates a stronger bond between the two surfaces.

5. How can average shear stress in a glue joint be improved?

The average shear stress in a glue joint can be improved by using a stronger adhesive or increasing the surface preparation of the materials being bonded. Applying the force evenly across the joint and using proper curing methods can also help to improve the average shear stress in a glue joint.

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