How to rearrange to find the height of a hollow beam

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To find the height of a hollow rectangular beam with a maximum stress of 1.65x10^6 N/m² and a horizontal dimension of 0.2m with a wall thickness of 0.02m, the relationship between maximum stress, moment, and moment of inertia must be utilized. The moment of inertia for the hollow beam is calculated using the formula I = B*D^3/12 - b*d^3/12. By rearranging the equation for maximum stress, the expression (BD^3 - bd^3) can be set equal to 12M/maximum stress. The challenge lies in solving for the height (D) of the hollow beam while considering the wall thickness. Ultimately, the correct approach involves equating the stress ratios for both beams to derive the height of the hollow beam.
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Homework Statement


i had a solid rectangular beam of max stress equalling 1.65x10^6N/m²
a new beam, a hollow rectangular beam is made to reduce weight, it has the same maximum bending stress 1.65x10^6N/m² but this time has a horizontal dimension of 0.2m and a constant wall thickness of 0.02.
i need to find the vertical dimension but am really having trouble rearranging the formula

M=550


Homework Equations



I=B.D^3/12 - b.d^3/12

max stress = MY/I

The Attempt at a Solution



1.65x10^6 N/m²= 12X550/(BD^3-bd^3)
then
(BD^3-bd^3)=12x550/1.65x10^6

having trouble getting the D value to equal a calculation
 
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You know M and you know the stress for each beam.

Sigma = Mc/I

Solve the above for the ratio of c/I, a number. Then set that number equal to c/I for the hollow beam taking the wall thickness into consideration. Solve equation for the height of the hollow beam.
 
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