How Do I Solve These Mechanical Principles Problems in Electronic Engineering?

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This discussion focuses on solving mechanical principles problems in electronic engineering, specifically for a second-year student struggling with calculations. Key equations utilized include R=√(ΣFx^2+ΣFy^2) for resultant force and σ=F/A for stress. The student attempted various tasks, including calculating forces and shear stress, but faced challenges in understanding some questions. Peer feedback highlighted the need for careful attention to trigonometric components and suggested creating separate threads for complex tasks.

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  • Understanding of basic mechanics and statics principles
  • Familiarity with trigonometric functions and their applications in physics
  • Knowledge of stress and strain calculations in materials
  • Proficiency in using equations for resultant forces and moments
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  • Study the application of trigonometric functions in mechanical engineering problems
  • Learn about shear force and bending moment diagrams in structural analysis
  • Explore the concept of double shear and its implications in stress calculations
  • Review the principles of equilibrium and how to apply them in problem-solving
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This discussion is beneficial for electronic engineering students, particularly those in their second year, as well as educators and tutors seeking to enhance their teaching methods in mechanical principles.

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hey, so I'm currently studying electronic engineering on year 2 of level 3 and having to study mechanical principles this year which I don't really know anything about and my tutor doesn't explain properly. I would appreciate some help on the method of calculating the questions. I've added clear images of the questions as there would be too much to type out

known equations that I need:

R=√(ΣFx^2+ΣFy^2)
θ=tan^-1(ΣFy/ΣFx)

σ=F/A
ε=σ/E
A=πr^2
τ=Fp/Ap
S=τ/Y
Combined Factor of Safety=Sy/(Sx^2 + 3τxy^2)^1/2

Attempt so far, not sure if it's correct but I've tried with limited knowledge about mech p.

Task 1

a) Σfx=20cos(30) + 10cos(150) -25
=17.32-8.66-25
=-16.34N

Σfy=20sin(30) - 10sin(150) - (f=mg=2(10)=20N)
=10-5-20
= -25

R=√(16.34^2+25^2)
=√(267+625)
=√892
=29.87N

θ=tan^-1(-25/-16.34)
=56.83°

∴R=29.87N at an angle of 56.83° from the positive horizontal axis

b) Equilibrant=29.87N 180+56.83=236.83°

∴E=29.87N at an angle of 236.83° from the positive horizontal axis

C) I didn't really understand the question, I assumed it meant show the resultant on the space diagram but it says calculate so I'm not sure

Task 2

Total load due to U.D.L=6x2=12KN
Centre load distance from Ra=6+3=9m
Centre load distance from Rb=3m

Taking moments of Rb:

Rb x 12 - 10 x 3 - 5 x (3+3) - (2x6)(9)
∴ 12Rb-30-30-108=0
∴Rb=(30+30+108)/12
=168/12
=14KN

Total load on beam = 10+5+(2x6) = 27KN

Ra+14=27
Ra=27-14
Ra=13KN

Task 3

a) A=πr^2=π30^2=900π=2827.43mm^2
σ=F/A=(30x10^3)N/(2.827x10^-3)m^2=10.61MPa

b) for strain I got 50.52x10^-6 using ε=σ/E

c) I got 0.126mm using dl=σlo/E

d) for shear stress I got 381.97MPa using τ=Fp/Ap

for shear strain I got 2.73 x 10^-3 using S=τ/y

Couldn't do Task 4 at all, I know there's a lot to read but would appreciate some help on abit of it lol cheers
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Task 1
a) Σfx=20cos(30) + 10cos(150) -25

Look at the diagram again and check the term 10cos(150).

Σfy=20sin(30) - 10sin(150) - (f=mg=2(10)=20N)

ditto the term 10sin(150).
 
PS Might be better to create separate threads for Task 2, 3, 4.
 
task 2 looks good; Task 3, you do not have the correct shear force, the pin is in double shear, you are off by a multiple.
 
thanks guys :) appreciate the help
 

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