Problem 6.4 - Torsional Stress
Problem Statement
Three belt pulleys are connected to a solid circular shaft of diameter d = 3 in. that rotates freely at joints A and E. The pulleys are subjected to forces F1 = 1 kips, F2 = 1 kips, and F3 = 1.5 kips. What is the maximum shear stress in the shaft between pulleys B and C?
![Three belt pullets are connected to a solid shaft. The shaft is dixed at points A and E. F[1] is applied at the first pulley, or point B. F[2] is applied at the second pulley or point C. F[3] is applied at the third pulley or point D. The shaft has diameter d.](images/276.png)
[Problem adapted from © Kurt Gramoll CC BY NC-SA 4.0]