The discussion revolves around a misunderstanding of the Mohr's Circle rotation formula, specifically regarding the calculation of shear stress (τx'y'). The original poster calculated a negative value of -41.3 instead of the expected positive 41.3, leading to confusion about where the error occurred. They referenced a specific formula from a linked resource but were unable to identify their mistake despite multiple checks. Other participants suggested looking for similar threads for potential solutions but did not provide direct assistance. The conversation highlights the challenges in applying the transformation equations correctly in this context.