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A structural element is subjected to pure shear of 80 N/mm2, as shown in the figure. The yield stresses both in tension and in compression are 240 N/mm2. According to the maximum normal stress theory, the factors of safety in tension and compression are, respectively,


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2 and 2
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2.5 and 2.5
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3 and 3
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4 and 4
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Solution

The correct option is C 3 and 3
For pure shear
σ1=τ=80N/mm2

σ2=τ=80N/mm2

σy=±240N/mm2
According to maximum normal shear theory In tension,

σ1σyFOS

FOS=3
In compression,

σ2σyFOS

FOS=3


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