Engineering What is the role of Q and the source of moments in eccentric loading problems?

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In eccentric loading problems, the calculation of stresses at a specific point, such as point B, involves determining moments and applying the stress formula. The coordinates y and z refer to the specific location at which the stress is being calculated, and they correspond to zB and yB. The axial load does not create bending stresses at point B; instead, it generates normal stresses due to the axial force. The moments arise from the applied loads and the geometry of the section, while Q represents the first moment of area about the neutral axis. Understanding these concepts is crucial for accurately analyzing the effects of axial loads on structural elements.
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Homework Statement
Stresses at a point in the crossection due to an axial load in the centroid.
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Swain formula
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If there is an axial load on G the centroid and i want to calculate the stresses at point B , I will calculate the moments at point B then use the stress formula. I am confused as to what y and z is in this case. I know that y and z are the coordinates of the point that i want to calculate the stress at. Is it the same as zB and yB?
 
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How is the section anchored or restricted from movement induced by that axial force along the x axis?
What is Q representing?
What is the source of those moments?
 
Lnewqban said:
How is the section anchored or restricted from movement induced by that axial force along the x axis?
What is Q representing?
What is the source of those moments?
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For some reason i thought it's an eccentric loading problem but it's just σx=My*z/Iy due to P. Q axial force should not produce bending stresses only normal at point B of crossection.
 
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