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CONTENTS
KCE 301 : Engineering Mechanics
UNIT-1 : INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING MECHANICS
(1–1 C to 1–44 C)
Force Systems, Basic concepts, Rigid Body equilibrium; System of
Forces, Coplanar Concurrent Forces, Components in Space –
Resultant Moment of Forces and its Applications; Couples and
Resultant of Force System, Equilibrium of System of Forces, Free
body diagrams, Equations of Equilibrium of Coplanar Systems.
Friction: Types of friction, Limiting friction, Laws of Friction, Static
& Dynamic Friction; Motion of Bodies, wedge friction, screw jack
& differential screw jack.

UNIT-2 : CENTROID & CENTRE OF GRAVITY (2–1 C to 2–45 C)

Centroid and Centre of Gravity, Centroid of simple figures from first
principle, centroid of composite sections; Centre of Gravity and its
implications; Area moment of inertia Definition, Moment of inertia of
plane sections from first principles, Theorems of moment of inertia,
Moment of inertia of standard sections and composite sections; Mass
moment inertia of circular plate, Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, Hook.

UNIT-3 : BASIC STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS (3–1 C to 3–28 C)

Basic Structural Analysis, Equilibrium in three dimensions;
Analysis of simple trusses by method of sections & method of
joints, Zero force members, Simple beams and support reactions.

UNIT-4 : REVIEW OF PARTICLE DYNAMICS (4–1 C to 4–38 C)

Review of particle dynamics- Rectilinear motion; Plane curvilinear motion
(rectangular, path, and polar coordinates). Work-kinetic energy, power,
potential energy. Impulse-momentum (linear, angular); Impact (Direct
and oblique).

UNIT-5 : KINETICS OF RIGID BODIES (5–1 C to 5–34 C)

Introduction to Kinetics of Rigid Bodies, Basic terms, general
principles in dynamics; Types of motion, Instantaneous centre of
rotation in plane motion and simple problems; D’Alembert’s
principle and its applications in plane motion and connected bodies;
Work energy principle and its application in plane motion of
connected bodies; Kinetics of rigid body rotation.
Virtual Work and Energy Method : Virtual displacements, principle
of virtual work for particle and ideal system of rigid bodies,
Applications of energy method for equilibrium, Stability of
equilibrium.

SHORT QUESTIONS (SQ–1 C to SQ–16 C)

SOLVED PAPERS (2019-20) (SP-1C to SP-16C)

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ENGINEERING MECHANICS (L-T-P 3-1-0) Credit – 4

Course Outcomes: At the end of this course the student will be able to-
1. Use scalar and vector analytical techniques for analyzing forces in statically determinate
structures
2. Apply fundamental concepts of kinematics and kinetics of particles to the analysis of simple,
practical problems.
3. Apply basic knowledge of mathematics and physics to solve real-world problems.
4. Understand basic dynamics concepts – force, momentum, work and energy;
5. Understand and be able to apply Newton’s laws of motion;

UNIT - I Introduction to Engineering Mechanics: Force Systems, Basic concepts, Rigid Body
equilibrium; System of Forces, Coplanar Concurrent Forces, Components in Space – Resultant-
Moment of Forces and its Applications; Couples and Resultant of Force System, Equilibrium of
System of Forces, Free body diagrams, Equations of Equilibrium of Coplanar Systems.
Friction: Types of friction, Limiting friction, Laws of Friction, Static and Dynamic Friction;
Motion of Bodies, wedge friction, screw jack & differential screw jack; [8 Hours]
UNIT- II Centroid and Centre of Gravity, Centroid of simple figures from first principle,
centroid of composite sections; Centre of Gravity and its implications; Area moment of inertia-
Definition, Moment of inertia of plane sections from first principles, Theorems of moment of
inertia, Moment of inertia of standard sections and composite sections; Mass moment inertia of
circular plate, Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, Hook. [8 Hours]
UNIT - III Basic Structural Analysis, Equilibrium in three dimensions; Analysis of simple
trusses by method of sections & method of joints, Zero force members, Simple beams and
support reactions. [8 Hours]
UNIT - IV Review of particle dynamics- Rectilinear motion; Plane curvilinear motion
(rectangular, path, and polar coordinates). Work-kinetic energy, power, potential energy.
Impulse-momentum (linear, angular); Impact (Direct and oblique). [8 Hours]

UNIT - V Introduction to Kinetics of Rigid Bodies, Basic terms, general principles in dynamics;
Types of motion, Instantaneous centre of rotation in plane motion and simple problems;
D’Alembert’s principle and its applications in plane motion and connected bodies; Work energy
principle and its application in plane motion of connected bodies; Kinetics of rigid body rotation
Virtual Work and Energy Method- Virtual displacements, principle of virtual work for particle
and ideal system of rigid bodies, Applications of energy method for equilibrium, Stability of
equilibrium. [8 Hours]

Books and References

1. Irving H. Shames (2006), Engineering Mechanics, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall
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2. F. P. Beer and E. R. Johnston (2011), Vector Mechanics for Engineers, Vol I - Statics, Vol II,
– Dynamics, 9th Ed, Tata McGraw Hill
3. R. C. Hibbler (2006), Engineering Mechanics: Principles of Statics and Dynamics, Pearson
Press.
4. Andy Ruina and Rudra Pratap (2011), Introduction to Statics and Dynamics, Oxford
University Press
5. Shanes and Rao (2006), Engineering Mechanics, Pearson Education,
6. Hibler and Gupta (2010),Engineering Mechanics (Statics, Dynamics) by Pearson Education
7. Reddy Vijaykumar K. and K. Suresh Kumar(2010), Singer’s Engineering Mechanics
8. Bansal R.K.(2010), A Text Book of Engineering Mechanics, Laxmi Publications
9. Khurmi R.S. (2010), Engineering Mechanics, S. Chand & Co.
10. Tayal A.K. (2010), Engineering Mechanics, Umesh Publications
11. Strength of Materials by Timoshenko and Yσungs, East West Press.
12. Textbook of Applied Mechanics-Dynamics and Statics by Prasad I.B, Khanna Publications.
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1 Introduction to
Engineering
Mechanics

CONTENTS
Part-1 : Introduction to Engineering ................... 1–2C to 1–7C
Mechanics, Force Systems,
Basic Concepts

Part-2 : Rigid Body Equilibrium, ......................... 1–7C to 1–12C

System of Forces, Coplanar
Concurrent Forces, Components
in Space, Resultant

Part-3 : Moment of Forces .................................. 1–12C to 1–15C

and its Applications

Part-4 : Couples and Resultant .......................... 1–16C to 1–22C

of Force System

Part-5 : Equilibrium of System .......................... 1–22C to 1–28C

of Forces, Free Body Diagrams

Part-6 : Equations of Equilibrium ..................... 1–28C to 1–30C

of Coplanar Systems

Part-7 : Friction, Types of Friction, ................... 1–30C to 1–35C

Limiting Friction, Laws of
Friction, Static and Dynamic
Friction, Motion of Bodies

Part-8 : Wedge Friction ....................................... 1–35C to 1–37C

Part-9 : Screw Jack and Differential ............... 1–37C to 1–44C

Screw Jack
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Introduction to Engineering Mechanics,

Force Systems, Basic Concepts.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Engineering Mechanics : It is that branch of science which deals
with the behaviour of a body when the body is at rest or in motion.
Branches of Mechanics :
i. Statics : Branch of mechanics which deals with the study of
body when the body is at rest is known as statics.
ii. Dynamics : Branch of mechanics which deals with the study of
body when the body is in motion is known as dynamics. It is
further divided into kinematics (force not considered) and
kinetics (force considered).
Scalar Quantity : A quantity which is completely specified by
magnitude only is known as scalar quantity.
Example : Mass, length, time, etc.
Vector Quantity : A quantity which is specified by both magnitude
and direction is known as vector quantity.
Example : Velocity, force, displacement, etc.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.1. Define free, fixed and forced vectors.

Answer
i. Free Vector : A vector which can be moved parallel to its position
anywhere in space provided its magnitude, direction and sense remain
the same is known as free vector. Fig. 1.1.1(a) shows free vector.
ii. Fixed Vector : A vector whose initial point is fixed, is known as fixed
vector. Fig. 1.1.1(b) shows fixed vector.
iii. Forced Vector : A vector which can be applied anywhere along its line
of action is known as forced vector. Fig. 1.1.1(c) shows a forced vector.
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A B A
A

(a) Free vector A (b) Fixed vector (c) Forced vector

Fig. 1.1.1.

Que 1.2. State and prove parallelogram law of forces.

Answer
A. Statement : Parallelogram law states that if two forces, acting at a
point be represented in magnitude and direction by the two adjacent
sides of a parallelogram, then their resultant is represented in magnitude
and direction by the diagonal of the parallelogram passing through that
point.
B C
B

Q Q R


  

O (a) P A O (b ) P A D
Fig. 1.2.1.

B. Proof :
1. Let two forces P and Q act at a point O as shown in Fig. 1.2.1(a). The
force P is represented in magnitude and direction by OA whereas the
force Q is represented in magnitude and direction by OB.
2. Let the angle between the two forces be ‘’. The resultant of these two
forces will be obtained in magnitude and direction by the diagonal (passing
through O) of the parallelogram of which OA and OB are two adjacent
sides. Hence draw the parallelogram with OA and OB as adjacent sides
as shown in Fig. 1.2.1(b).
3. The resultant R is represented by OC in magnitude and direction.
4. From C draw CD perpendicular to OA produced.
5. Let,  = Angle between two forces P and Q = AOB
 = Angle made by resultant with OA.
6. In parallelogram OACB, AC is parallel and equal to OB.
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 AC = Q
7. In triangle ACD, AD = AC cos  = Q cos 
and CD = AC sin  = Q sin 
8. In triangle OCD, OC2 = OD2 + DC2
But OC = R, OD = OA + AD = P + Q cos 
DC = Q sin 
 R2 = (P + Q cos )2 + (Q sin )2
= P2 + Q2 cos2  + 2PQ cos  + Q2 sin2 
= P2 + Q2 (cos2  + sin2 ) + 2PQ cos 
= P2 + Q2 + 2PQ cos  ( cos2  + sin2  = 1)

 R= P 2  Q2  2PQ cos  ...(1.2.1)

Eq. (1.2.1) gives the magnitude of resultant force R.

9. Now from triangle OCD,
CD Q sin 
tan  = 
OD P  Q cos 

 Q sin  
  = tan – 1   ...(1.2.2)
 P  Q cos  
Eq. (1.2.2) gives the direction of resultant (R).

Que 1.3. Discuss the law of parallelogram of forces. Two forces

equal to P and 2P act on a rigid body. When the first force is increased
by 100 N and the second force is doubled, the direction of the
resultant remains unchanged. Determine the value of P.
AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 05

Answer

A. Parallelogram Law of Forces : Refer Q. 1.2, Page, Unit-1.

B. Numerical :
Given : F1 = P, F2 = 2P, F1 = P + 100, F2 = 2P
To Find : Value of P.

2P
R


P
Fig. 1.3.1.

1. We know that,
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2 P sin 
tan  = ...(1.3.1)
P  2 P cos 
2. According to question if P is now changed to P + 100 and 2P is now
changed to 4P then again direction of resultant remains same i.e.,
4 P sin 
tan  = ...(1.3.2)
( P  100)  4 P cos 
3. From eq. (1.3.1) and eq. (1.3.2), we have
2P sin  4 P sin 
=
P  2P cos  (P  100)  4 P cos 
sin  [P + 100 + 4P cos ] = 2 sin  [P + 2P cos ]
sin [P + 100 + 4P cos  – 2P – 4P cos ] = 0
Either sin  = 0 or P + 100 – 2P = 0
P = 100 N
So, the value of P = 100 N

Que 1.4. Two forces P and Q are inclined at an angle of 75°,

magnitude of their resultant is 100 N. The angle between the
resultant and the force P is 45°. Determine the magnitude of P and Q.
AKTU 2016-17, (II) Marks 10

Answer

Given :  = 75°,  = 45°, R = 100 N

To Find : Magnitude of P and Q.
1. The resultant R of P and Q is given by,

R= P 2  Q2  2PQ cos 

100 = P 2  Q2  2PQ cos 75

(100)2 = P2 + Q2 + 0.517 PQ ...(1.4.1)
2. The inclination of R to the direction of the force P is given by,
Q sin 
tan  =
P  Q cos 

Q sin 75
tan 45° =
P  Q cos 75
P + 0.259 Q = 0.966 Q
P = 0.707 Q ...(1.4.2)
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3. Putting value of P from eq. (1.4.2) in eq. (1.4.1), we get
(100)2 = (0.707 Q)2 + Q2 + 0.517 (0.707)Q2
(100)2 = 1.865Q2
Q = 73.22 N
4. From eq. (1.4.2), we have
P = 0.707 × 73.22 = 51.76 N

Que 1.5. What are the basic laws of mechanics ?

Answer
Following are the basic laws of mechanics :
i. Newton’s First Law of Motion : It states that every body continues in
a state of rest or uniform motion in a straight line unless it is compelled
to change that state by some external force acting on it.
ii. Newton’s Second Law of Motion : It states that, the net external
force acting on a body in the direction of motion is directly proportional
to the rate of change of momentum in that direction.
iii. Newton’s Third Law of Motion : It states that to every action there
is always equal and opposite reaction.
iv. Gravitational Law of Attraction : It states that two bodies will be
attracted towards each other along their connecting line with a force
which is directly proportional to the product of their masses and inversely
proportional to the square of the distance between their centres.

m1 m2
Mathematically, F = G
r2
where, G = Universal gravitational constant of proportionality.

Que 1.6. What do you understand by resolution of force ?

Answer
1. Resolution of a force means finding the components of a given force in
two given directions.
2. Let a given force be R which makes an angle  with X-axis as shown in
Fig. 1.6.1. It is required to find the components of the force R along
X-axis and Y-axis.
Components of R along X-axis = R cos 
Components of R along Y-axis = R sin 
3. Hence, the resolution of force is the process of finding components of
forces in specified directions.
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Y

C
B

R
R sin 


O R cos  A X
Fig. 1.6.1.

Rigid Body Equilibrium, System of Forces, Coplanar Concurrent

Forces, Components in Space, Resultant.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Rigid Body : A body which does not deform under the action of
external forces is known as rigid body.
System of Forces : When several forces act on a body then, they are
said to form a system of forces.
Coplanar Force System : If in a system, all the forces lie in the same
plane, then the force system is known as coplanar.
Non-Coplanar Force System : If in a system, all the forces lie in
different planes, then the force system is known as non-coplanar.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.7. Discuss in short about rigid body equilibrium.

Answer
1. The external forces acting on a rigid body can be reduced to a force-
couple system at some arbitrary point.
2. When the force and the couple are both equal to zero, the external
forces form a system equivalent to zero, and the rigid body is said to be
in equilibrium.
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3. The necessary and sufficient conditions for the equilibrium of a rigid
body are :
F = 0
MO = (r × F) = 0
4. In general, the point O should be fixed with respect to an inertial
reference frame.
5. Resolving each force and each moment into its rectangular components,
we can express the necessary and sufficient conditions for the equilibrium
of a rigid body with following six scalar equations :
Fx = 0, Fy = 0, Fz = 0
Mx = 0, My = 0, Mz = 0

Que 1.8. Give the classification of system of forces and also

explain the systems involved.

Answer
A. Classification of System of Forces :
Force System

Coplanar Non-coplanar

Collinear Concurrent Parallel Non-concurrent

Non-parallel

Concurrent Parallel Non-concurrent

Non-parallel
Fig. 1.8.1.
B. Explanation :
a. Coplanar Collinear System of Forces : Fig. 1.8.2 shows three forces
F1, F2 and F3 acting in the same plane. These three forces are in the
same line, i.e., these three forces are having a common line of action.
This system of forces is known as coplanar collinear force system.

Plane

F1 F2 F3

Fig. 1.8.2. Coplanar collinear forces.

b. Coplanar Concurrent System of Forces : Fig. 1.8.3 shows three
forces F1, F2 and F3 acting in the same plane and these forces intersect
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or meet at a common point O. This system of forces is known as coplanar
concurrent force system.
F2

Plane

O
F1

F3
Fig. 1.8.3. Concurrent coplanar forces.
c. Coplanar Parallel System of Forces : Fig 1.8.4 shows three forces
F1, F2 and F3 acting in the same plane and these forces are parallel. This
system of forces is known as coplanar parallel force system.

Plane
F2
F3
F1

Fig. 1.8.4. Coplanar parallel forces.

d. Coplanar Non-concurrent Non-parallel System of Forces :
Fig. 1.8.5 shows four forces F1, F2, F3 and F4 acting in a plane. The lines
of action of these forces lie in the same plane but they are neither
parallel nor meet or intersect at a common point. This system of forces
is known as coplanar non-concurrent non-parallel force system.
F3
F2

F1

Plane

F4
Fig. 1.8.5. Non-concurrent non-parallel forces.
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Que 1.9. Define the principle of transmissibility of forces.

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Answer
1. Principle of transmissibility of forces states that if force acting at a point
on a rigid body is shifted to any other point which is on the line of action
of the force, the external effect of the force on the body remains
unchanged.

F1 = F F1 = F

O O O

F2 = F
O O
O
F
F
(a) (b ) (c )
Fig. 1.9.1.

2. For example, consider a force F acting at a point O on a rigid body as

shown in Fig. 1.9.1(a).
3. On this rigid body, “there is another point O in the line of action of the
force F.
4. Suppose at this point O, two equal and opposite forces F1 and F2 (each
equal to F and collinear with F) are applied as shown in Fig. 1.9.1(b).
5. The force F and F2 being equal and opposite will cancel each other
leaving a force F1 at point O as shown in Fig. 1.9.1(c). But force F1 is
equal to force F.
6. The original force F acting at point O has been transferred to point O
which is along the line of action of F without changing the effect of the
force on the rigid body.
7. Hence any force acting at a point on a rigid body can be transmitted to
act at any other point along its line of action without changing its effect
on the rigid body. This proves the principle of transmissibility of a force.

Que 1.10. Describe the component of forces in space and also give
the formula for resultant.

Answer
1. Consider a force F acting at the origin O of the system of rectangular
coordinates X, Y and Z.
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2. To define the direction of F, we draw the vertical plane OBAC containing
F [Fig. 1.10.1 (a)]. This plane passes through the vertical Y-axis; its
orientation is defined by the angle  it forms with the XY plane.
3. The direction of F within the plane is defined by the angle y that F
forms with Y-axis. The force F may be resolved into a vertical component
Fy and a horizontal component Fh, this operation is shown in Fig. 1.10.1(b),
is carried out in plane OBAC.

Y Y

B B

A Fy A
y F y F
O O
X X
 Fh
C C
Z (a) Z (b)
Y

Fy
Fx
O
 D X
Fz
Fh
E C

Z (c )
Fig. 1.10.1.

4. The corresponding scalar components are :

Fy = F cos y Fh = F sin y ...(1.10.1)
5. But Fh may be resolved into two rectangular components Fx and Fz
along the X and Z axes, respectively. This operation shown in
Fig. 1.10.1(c) is carried out in the XZ plane.
6. We obtain the following expression for the corresponding scalar
components :
Fx = Fh cos  = F sin y cos 
Fz = Fh sin  = F sin y sin  ...(1.10.2)
7. The given force F has thus been resolved into three rectangular vector
components Fx, Fy, Fz which are directed along the three coordinate
axes.
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8. Applying the Pythagorean Theorem to the triangles OAB and OCD of
Fig. 1.10.1, we write
F2 = (OA)2 = (OB)2 + (BA)2 = Fy2 + Fh2
Fh2 = (OC)2 = (OD)2 + (DC)2 = Fx2 + Fz2
9. Eliminating Fh2 from these two equations and solving for F, we obtain
the following relation between the magnitude of F and its rectangular
scalar components,

F= Fx2  Fy2  Fz2

10. We also have,
Fx = F cos x, Fy = F cos y and Fz = F cos z
where, x, y, z, = Angle made of F with X-axis, Y-axis and
Z-axis, respectively.

Que 1.11. A force F has the components Fx = 100 N, Fy = – 150 N,

Fz = 300 N. Determine its magnitude F and the angles x, y, z it
forms with the coordinates axes.

Answer

Given : Fx = 100 N, Fy = – 150 N, Fz = 300 N

To Find : F, x, y and z

1. We know that,

F= Fx2  Fy2  Fz2

= (100)2  ( 150)2  (300)2

= 122500 = 350 N
2. Also, we know that
Fx 100
cos x =   x = 73.4°
F 350
Fy  150
cos y =   y = 115.4°
F 350
Fz 300
cos z =   z = 31.0°
F 350

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Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.12. Define moment of forces. Also give its applications.

Answer
A. Moment of Forces : The product of a force and the perpendicular
distance of the line of action of the force from a point is known as
moment of the force about that point.
Moment (M) of the force F about O is given by,
M = Fr

Line of action of force

r Perpendicular distance

Fig. 1.12.1.

B. Applications : Following are the applications of moment of forces :

1. Used in levers.
2. Used in levers safety valve.
3. Used in balancing.

Que 1.13. State and prove Varignon’s theorem.

AKTU 2011-12, Marks 05

Answer
A. Statement : Varignon’s theorem states that the moment of a force
about any point is equal to the algebraic sum of the moments of its
components about that point.
B. Proof :
1. Let R be the resultant of forces F1 and F2 and B the moment centre.
2. Let d, d1 and d2 be the moment arms of the forces, R, F1 and F2, respectively
from the moment centre B. Then in this case, we have to prove that :
Rd = F1 d1 + F2 d2
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3. Join AB and consider it as Y-axis and draw X-axis at right angle to it at
A [Fig. 1.13.1(b)]. Denoting by  the angle that R makes with X-axis
noting that the same angle is formed by perpendicular to R at B with
AB1, we can write :
Rd = R × AB cos
= AB × (R cos )
= AB × Rx ...(1.13.1)
where Rx denotes the component of R in X direction.

B d2
Y
d1 R
B
d  d R
F2 P2
B1
 F1
A
A F1
(a) (b ) X
Fig. 1.13.1.

4. Similarly, if F1x and F2x are the components of F1 and F2, in X direction,
respectively, then
F1 d1 = AB × F1x ...(1.13.2)
and F2 d2 = AB × F2x ...(1.13.3)
5. From eq. (1.13.2) and eq. (1.13.3), we have
F1 d1 + F2 d2 = AB (F1x + F2x) = AB × Rx ...(1.13.4)
6. Since, the sum of x components of individual forces is equal to the x
component of the resultant R. From eq. (1.13.1) and eq. (1.13.4), we can
conclude :
Rd = F1 d1 + F2 d2

Que 1.14. Calculate the moment of 90 N force about point O for

the condition  = 15°. Also, determine the value of  for which the
moment about O is zero.

500 mm
F = 90 N

A
600 mm
Fig. 1.14.1.
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Answer

Given :  = 15°, F = 90 N
To Find : i. Moment.
ii. Value of .
1. Taking moment about O by 90 N force,
M = 90 cos 15° × 600 – 90 sin 15° × 500
= 52159.99 – 11646.85
= 40513.14 N
O

500 mm F = 90 N F cos 


A
F sin 
600 mm
Fig. 1.14.2.

2. According to the question, moment about O due to 90 N is zero.

 MO = 0
90 cos  × 600 – 90 sin  × 500 = 0
54 cos  = 45 sin 
54 6
tan = 
45 5
tan  = 1.2
 = 50.19°

Que 1.15. What do you understand by like parallel forces and unlike
parallel forces ?

Answer
i. Like Parallel Forces : The parallel forces which are acting in the same
direction are known as like parallel forces. These forces may be equal or
unequal in magnitude.
ii. Unlike Parallel Forces : The parallel forces which are acting in the
opposite direction are known as unlike parallel forces.
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Couples and Resultant of Force System.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Couple : Two parallel forces equal in magnitude and opposite in
direction and separated by a definite distance are said to form a couple.
Resultant of Several Forces : When a number of coplanar forces
are acting on a rigid body, then these forces can be replaced by a single
force which has the same effect on the rigid body as that of all the
forces acting together, then this single force is known as the resultant
of several forces.

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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.16. Derive an expression for the resultant of collinear

coplanar forces.

Answer
1. The resultant is obtained by adding all the forces if they are acting in the
same direction. If any one of the forces is acting in the opposite direction,
then resultant is obtained by subtracting that force.
2. Fig. 1.16.1, shows three collinear coplanar forces F1, F2 and F3
acting on a rigid body in the same direction, their resultant R will be
the sum of these forces.
 R = F1 + F2 + F3

F1 F2 F3

Fig. 1.16.1.
3. If any one of these forces (say force F2) is acting in the opposite direction,
as shown in Fig. 1.16.2, then their resultant will be given by,
R = F1 – F2 + F3
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F1 F2 F3

Fig. 1.16.2.

Que 1.17. Three collinear horizontal forces of magnitude 200 N,

100 N and 300 N are acting on a rigid body. Determine the resultant
of the forces analytically when
i. All the forces are acting in the same direction.
ii. The force 100 N acts in the opposite direction.

Answer

Given : F1 = 200 N, F2 = 100 N and F3 = 300 N

To Find : Resultant, when
i. All the forces are acting in the same direction.
ii. The force 100 N acts in the opposite direction.
1. When all the forces are acting in the same direction, then resultant is
given as,
R = F1 + F2 + F3 = 200 + 100 + 300 = 600 N
2. When the force 100 N acts in the opposite direction, then resultant is
given as,
R = F1 + F2 + F3 = 200 – 100 + 300 = 400 N

Que 1.18. Derive an expression for the resultant of concurrent

coplanar forces when two or more than two forces act on a point.

Answer
A. When Two Forces Act at a Point :
1. Suppose two forces P and Q act at point O as shown in Fig. 1.18.1 and 
is the angle between them. Let  is the angle made by the resultant R
with direction of force P.
B C

Q R



O P A
Fig. 1.18.1.
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2. Forces P and Q form two sides of a parallelogram and according to the
law, the diagonal through the point O gives the resultant R as shown.
Thus, the magnitude of resultant is given by,

R= P 2  Q2  2PQ cos 
3. The direction of the resultant with the force P is given by,
 Q sin  
 = tan– 1 
 P  Q cos  
B. When More than Two Forces Act at a Point :
1. According to this method, all the forces acting at a point are resolved
into horizontal and vertical components and then algebraic summation
of horizontal and vertical components is done separately.
2. The summation of horizontal component is written as FH and that of
vertical FV. Then resultant R is given by,

R= (FH )2  (FV )2
3. The angle made by the resultant with horizontal is given by,
FV
tan  =
FH
4. Let four forces F1, F2, F3 and F4 act at a point O as shown in Fig. 1.18.2.
Y

F2 F1

2 1
X 3 4 X
O

F3
F4
Y
Fig. 1.18.2.

5. The inclination of the forces is indicated with respect to horizontal

direction. Let,
1 = Inclination of force F1 with OX.
2 = Inclination of force F2 with OX.
3 = Inclination of force F3 with OX.
4 = Inclination of force F4 with OX.
6. Summation or algebraic sum of horizontal components,
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FH = F1 cos 1 – F2 cos 2 – F3 cos 3 + F4 cos 4
7. Summation or algebraic sum of vertical components,
FV = F1 sin 1 + F2 sin 2 – F3 sin 3 – F4 sin 4
8. Then the resultant will be given by,

R= (FH )2  (FV )2
And the angle () made by resultant with X-axis is given by,

(FV )
tan  =
(FH )

Que 1.19. The force system applied to an angle bracket is shown

in Fig. 1.19.1. Determine the magnitude, direction and line of action
of the resultant force.

80 kN

2m
150 kN 20 kN

30°

4m
40 kN
Fig. 1.19.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 1.19.1.

To Find : Magnitude, direction and line of action of the resultant force.
1. Considering the equilibrium of force system, we have
FH = 0  – 80 + 150 cos 30° + R cos  = 0
R cos  = – 49.9 kN (towards negative X-axis)
FV = 0  150 sin 30° + R sin  + 20 – 40 = 0
R sin  = – 55 kN (towards negative Y-axis)
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A
80 kN

150 kN
2m R
20 kN
R sin

30° 
B
O C R cos
4m
x
40 kN
Fig. 1.19.2.

2. Resultant magnitude, R = ( R cos )2  ( R sin )2

R= ( 49.9)2  (55)2 = 74.26 kN

3. Direction of the resultant,
R sin   55
tan = =
R cos   49.9
tan  = 1.1022
 = 47.78°
4. Now for line of action of the resultant taking moment about O, we have
MO = 0
80 × 2 – R sin  × OC + 20 × 4 = 0
160 – 74.26 × sin 47.78° × x + 80 = 0
x = 4.36 m
Resultant will act at a distance 4.36 m from point O towards B and it will
lie outside the frame.

Que 1.20. The resultant of four forces which are acting at a point
O as shown in Fig. 1.20.1 is along Y-axis. The magnitude of forces F1,
F3 and F4 are 10 kN, 20 kN and 40 kN respectively. The angles made by
10 kN, 20 kN and 40 kN with X-axis are 30°, 90° and 120° respectively.
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Y

F3 20 kN
F2
F4 = 40 kN

F 1 = 10 kN

90°
120° 
30°
O
Fig. 1.20.1. X

Answer

Given : F1 = 10 kN, 1 = 30°, F3 = 20 kN, 3 = 90°, F4 = 40 kN, 4 = 120°,

R = 72 kN
To Find : Magnitude and direction of force F2.
1. Resultant is along Y-axis hence the algebraic sum of horizontal
component should be zero and algebraic sum of vertical components
should be equal to the resultant.
 FH = 0 and FV = R = 72 KN
2. But FH = F1 cos 30° + F2 cos  + F3 cos 90° + F4 cos 120°
 1
= 10 × 0.866 + F2 cos  + 20 × 0 + 40 ×   
2
= 8.66 + F2 cos + 0 – 20
= F2 cos  – 11.34
 FH = 0
F2 cos  – 11.34 = 0
F2 cos  = 11.34 ...(1.20.1)
3. Now, FV = F1 sin 30° + F2 sin  + F3 sin 90° + F4 sin 120°
1
= 10 × + F2 sin  + 20 × 1 + 40 × 0.866
2
= 5 + F2 sin + 20 + 34.64
= F2 sin  + 59.64
4. But FV = R
 F2 sin  + 59.64 = 72
F2 sin  = 72 – 59.64 = 12.36 ...(1.20.2)
5. Dividing eq. (1.20.2) by the eq. (1.20.1), we get
F2 sin  12.36
= or tan  = 1.0899
F2 cos  11.34
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  = tan– 1 1.0899 = 47.46°
6. Substituting the value of  in eq. (1.20.2), we get
F2 sin (47.46°) = 12.36
12.36 12.36
F2 =  = 16.77 kN
sin(47.46) 0.7368

Equilibrium of System of Forces, Free Body Diagrams.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Equilibrium of System of Forces : When some external forces act
on a body but it does not start moving and also does not start rotating
about any point, then the body is said to be in equilibrium.
Free Body Diagram : A diagram in which the body under
consideration is freed from all the contact surfaces and all the forces
acting on it are shown on it, is known as free body diagram (FBD).

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.21. State and prove Lami’s Theorem.

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Answer
A. Statement : Lami’s theorem states that if three forces acting at a point
are in equilibrium, then each force will be proportional to the sine of the
angle between the other two forces.
B. Proof of Lami’s Theorem :
1. The three forces acting on a point are in equilibrium and hence they can
be represented by the three sides of the triangle taken in the same
order.
2. Now draw the force triangle as shown in Fig. 1.21.1(b).
3. Now applying sine rule, we get
P Q R
= 
sin(180  ) sin(180   ) sin(180  )
4. This can also be written as,
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P Q R
= 
sin  sin  sin 
Q

 

O P


R (a)

)
°–
R
80
(1

(180° – )
(180° – ) 
O
P
 (b)
Fig. 1.21.1.

Que 1.22. Write in short about principle of equilibrium.

Answer
1. The principle of equilibrium states that, a stationary body which is
subjected to coplanar forces (concurrent or parallel) will be in equilibrium
if the algebraic sum of all the external forces is zero and also the algebraic
sum of moments of all the external forces about any point in their plane
is zero.
2. Mathematically, it is expressed by the following equations
F = 0 ...(1.22.1)
M = 0 ...(1.22.2)
3. The eq. (1.22.1) is also known as force law of equilibrium whereas the
eq. (1.22.2) is known as moment law of equilibrium.
4. The forces are generally resolved into horizontal and vertical components.
Hence eq. (1.22.1) is written as
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Fx = 0 and Fy = 0
where, Fx = Algebraic sum of all horizontal components.
Fy = Algebraic sum of all vertical components.

Que 1.23. Two slender rods of negligible weight are pin connected
at C and attached to two blocks. A and B each of weight 100 N is
shown in Fig. 1.23.1. If coefficient of friction is 0.3 at all surfaces of
contact, find largest value of P for which equilibrium is maintained.
P 10°
C

A 30° 60° B

Fig. 1.23.1.

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Answer

Given : W = 100 N,  = 0.3

To Find : Value of P.
1. Considering FBD of pin C (Fig. 1.23.2), we have
FCB = P cos 10°
FCA = P sin 10°
FCA
FCB
P 10°
10°
P
FCB
FCA

Fig. 1.23.2.
2. Now, considering the FBD of block A (Fig. 1.23.3).
3. For vertical force equilibrium,
FV = 0
RA – 100 – FAC cos  = 0
RA = 100 + P sin 10° cos  {FAC = FCA}
4. Now, FH = 0,
0.3 RA – FAC sin  = 0
0.3 [100 + P sin 10° cos ] – P sin 10° sin  = 0
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30 + 0.3 P sin 10° cos  – P sin 10° sin  = 0
P sin 10° (sin  – 0.3 cos ) = 30
30
P=
sin 10(sin   0.3 cos )
100 N
RA
C
FA

90° –  FAC sin 

0.3 NA
FA =  N A
FAC cos 
RA

100 N
Fig. 1.23.3.
5. Let,  = 60°, so
30
P=
sin 10(sin 60  0.3 cos 60)
P = 241.28 N
6. Considering FBD of block B (Fig. 1.23.4).
100 N RB
FBC
30°

60°

 RB FBC cos 60°

RB RB
FBC sin 60°

100 N

Fig. 1.23.4.
7. For vertical equilibrium,
100 + FBC sin 60° = RB
RB = 100 + P cos 10° sin 60° { FBC = FCB}
8. For horizontal equilibrium,
0.3 RB – FBC cos 60°= 0
0.3 (100 + P cos 10° sin 60°) – P cos 10° cos 60° = 0
30 + P cos 10° (0.3 sin 60° – cos 60°) = 0
30
P=
cos 10(cos 60  0.3 sin 60)
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P = 126.83 N
9. So the largest value of P for which equilibrium is maintained will be,
P = 126.83 N

Que 1.24. Two smooth spheres each of radius 100 mm and weight
100 N, rest in a horizontal channel having vertical walls, the distance
between which is 360 mm. Find the reactions at the points of contacts
A, B, C, and D shown in Fig. 1.24.1 below.
360 mm

O1
B A

D 
O2 P

C
Fig. 1.24.1.
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Answer

Given : r = 100 mm = 0.1 m, W = 100 N, l = 360 mm = 0.36 m

To Find : Reaction at A, B, C and D.
1. From Fig. 1.24.1, we have
O2 P 360 – O1 A – O2 D
cos  = =
O1O2 O1 B  O2 B
360 – 100 – 100 160
= 
100  100 200
cos  = 0.8
sin  = 1  cos2   1  (0.8)2

= 0.36 = 0.6
RB

RD 100 N RA

100 N
RB
RC
(a) (b )

Fig. 1.24.2.
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2. Considering FBD of sphere 1 [Fig. 1.24.2(b)].
FV = 0
RB × sin  = W
RB × 0.6 = 100
RB = 166.67 N
FH = 0
RA = RB × cos 
RA = 166.667 × 0.8 = 133.33 N
3. Considering FBD of sphere 2 [Fig. 1.24.2(a)].
FV = 0
RC = RB sin  + W
RC = 166.67 × 0.6 + 100
RC = 200 N
FH = 0
RD = RB cos 
RD = 166.67 × 0.8 = 133.33 N

Que 1.25. Two identical rollers, each of weights 1000 N are

supported by an inclined plane as shown in Fig. 1.25.1. Assuming
smooth surfaces, find the reactions induced at the points of supports.
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Fig. 1.25.1.

Answer

Given : Fig. 1.25.1, w = 1000 N

To Find : Reactions at the point of supports

1. Considering FBD of sphere 1 (Fig. 1.25.2).

Along axis OO :
R1 cos 20° – 1000 cos 20° – R4 = 0
R1 cos 20° – R4 = 939.69 ...(1.25.1)
Along axis perpendicular to OO :
R2 – 1000 sin 20° – R1 sin 20° = 0
– R1 sin 20° + R2 = 342.02 ...(1.25.2)
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O
R3
2
20º
R4

1000 N
R4

1 O
R2

R1 20º 20º

1000 N

Fig. 1.25.2.

2. Considering FBD of sphere 2 (Fig. 1.25.2).

Along axis OO :
R4 – 1000 cos 20° = 0
R4 = 939.69 N ...(1.25.3)
Along axis perpendicular to OO :
R3 – 1000 sin 20° = 0
R3 = 342.02 N ...(1.25.5)
3. On putting the value of R4 in eq. (1.25.1) from eq. (1.25.3), we get
R1 cos 20° = 939.69 + 939.69
1879.38
R1 =
cos 20
R1 = 1999.99
R1  2000 N
4. Now putting the value of R1 in eq. (1.25.2), we get
R2 = 342.0201 + 2000 sin 20°
R2 = 1026.06 N

Equations of Equilibrium of Coplanar Systems.

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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.26. Write down the equations of equilibrium for coplanar

non-concurrent force system and coplanar concurrent force system.

Answer
i. Equations of Equilibrium for Coplanar Non-concurrent Force
System :
1. A non-concurrent force system will be in equilibrium if the resultant of
all forces and moment is zero.
2. Hence the equations of equilibrium are :
Fx = 0,Fy = 0 and M = 0
ii. Equations of Equilibrium for Coplanar Concurrent Force
System :
1. For the concurrent forces, the lines of action of all forces meet at a point,
and hence the moment of those forces about that point will be zero or
M = 0 automatically.
2. Thus for concurrent force system, the condition M = 0 becomes
redundant and only two conditions, i.e., Fx = 0 and Fy = 0 are required.

Que 1.27. Three parallel forces F1, F2 and F3 are acting on a body
as shown in Fig. 1.27.1 and the body is in equilibrium. If force
F1 = 250 N and F3 = 1000 N and the distance between F1 and F2 = 1.0 m,
then determine the magnitude of force F2 and the distance of F2
from force F3.
F1 = 250 N F3 = 1000 N

A C
1m x
F2
Fig. 1.27.1.

Answer

Given : F1 = 250 N, F3 = 1000 N, AB = 1.0 m

To Find : F2 and BC.
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1. For the equilibrium of the body, the resultant force in the vertical
direction should be zero.
 FV = 0
F1 + F3 – F2 = 0
250 + 1000 – F2 = 0
F2 = 250 + 1000 = 1250 N
2. For the equilibrium of the body, the moment of all forces about any
point must be zero. Taking moments of all forces about A and considering
distance BC = x, we have
F2 × AB – AC × F3 = 0
1250 × 1 – (1 + x) × 1000 = 0 ( AC = AB + BC = 1 + x)
250 = 1000 x
250
x= = 0.25 m
1000

Friction, Types of Friction, Limiting Friction, Laws of Friction

Static and Dynamic Friction, Motion of Bodies.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Force of Friction : When a solid body slides over a stationary solid
body, a force is exerted at the surface of contact by the stationary body
on the moving body, this force is called force of friction.
Static Friction : The force of friction up to which body does not move
is called static friction.
Limiting Friction : The force of friction at which body just tends to
start moving is called limiting friction.
Kinetic Friction : The force of friction acting on the body when the
body is moving is called kinetic friction.

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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.28. Define friction. Also explain its types.

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A. Friction : The property of the bodies by virtue of which a force is
exerted by a stationary body on the moving body to resist the motion of
the moving body is called friction. Friction acts parallel to the surface of
contact and depends upon the nature of surface of contact.
B. Types of Friction :
a. Static and Dynamic Friction : If the two surfaces which are in contact,
are at rest, the force experienced by one surface is called static friction.
But if one suface starts moving and the other is at rest, the force
experienced by the moving surface is called dynamic friction.
b. Wet and Dry Friction : If between two surfaces, which are in contact,
lubrication is used, the fricion, that exists between two surfaces is known
as wet friction. But if no lubricantion is used, then the friction between
two surfaces is called dry friction or solid friction.

Que 1.29. Write down the laws of friction.

Answer
Following are the laws of friction :
1. The force of friction acts in the opposite direction in which surface is
having tendency to move.
2. The force of friction is equal to the force applied to the surface, so long
as the surface is at rest.
3. The limiting frictional force bears a constant ratio to the normal reaction
between two surfaces.
4. The limiting frictional force does not depend upon the shape and areas
of the surfaces in contact.
5. The ratio between limiting friction and normal reaction is slightly less
when the two surfaces are in motion.
6. The force of friction is independent of the velocity of sliding.

Que 1.30. Define the following terms :

i. Coefficient of friction.
ii. Angle of friction, and
iii. Angle of repose.

Answer
i. Coefficient of Friction : It is defined as the ratio of the limiting force
of friction (F) to the normal reaction (R) between two bodies. It is denoted
by .
Limiting force of friction F
Mathematically, = 
Normal reaction R
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ii. Angle of Friction : It is defined as the angle made by the resultant of
the normal reaction (R) and the limiting force of friction (F) with the
normal reaction (R). It is denoted by .
F R
Mathematically, tan  =  =
R R
iii. Angle of Repose : It is defined as the maximum inclination of a plane at
which a body remains in equilibrium over the inclined plane by the
assistance of friction only.
Also, Angle of repose = Angle of friction

Que 1.31. Two blocks, as shown in Fig. 1.31.1 slide down at 30°
incline. If coefficient of friction at all contact surfaces is 0.2, determine
the pressure between the blocks.

0 N
30
0N
20

30°

Fig. 1.31.1.

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Answer

Given :  = 0.2,  = 30°, Weight of blocks = 200 N and 300 N

To Find : Pressure between two blocks.
1. Considering FBD of block of 300 N (Fig. 1.33.2).
a R1
R1

300N
300 sin 30° 30°
P
300 cos 30°
300
30°
Fig. 1.31.2.
2. For equilibrium, we have
FV = 0
R1 = 300 cos 30°
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Also FH = 0
300 sin 30° + P –  R1 = ma
300  W
300 sin 30° + P – 0.2 × 300 cos 30° = a  m  g 
9.81
300
a – P = 98.04 ...(1.31.1)
9.81
3. Now considering the FBD of block of 200 N (Fig. 1.31.3).
R2 P
R2
a
200 N
°
30 30°
in
0s 200 cos 30°
20
30° 200 N
Fig. 1.31.3.
4. For equilibrium, we have
FV = 0
R2 = 200 cos 30°
FH = 0
200 sin 30° – P –  R2 = ma
200
100 – P – 0.2 × 200 cos 30° = a
9.81
200
a + P = 65.36 ...(1.31.2)
9.81
5. After solving eq. (1.31.1) and eq. (1.31.2), we have
a = 3.206 m/sec2 and P = 0
So, no pressure will act between the blocks.

Que 1.32. Determine the force P required to impend the motion of

the block B shown in Fig. 1.32.1. Take coefficient of friction as 0.3
for all contact surface.

A
T
300 N

P B 500 N

400 N
C

Fig. 1.32.1.

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Answer

Given : WA = 300 N, WB = 500 N, WC = 400 N,  = 0.3

To Find : Value of P.
1. Considering the FBD of block A (Fig. 1.32.2).
FV = 0
R1 = 300 N
Since F1 is limiting friction,
 F1 = R1 = 0.3 × 300 = 90 N
FH = 0, gives
T = F1 = 90 N
300 N

A T

R1 = F1 R1
Fig. 1.32.2.

2. Considering the FBD of block B (Fig. 1.32.3).

R1
F 1 = R 1
P B
F2 R2

500 N
Fig. 1.32.3.

FV = 0
R2 – 500 – R1 = 0
R2 – 500 – 300 = 0
R2 = 800 N
 F2 = R2 = 0.3 × 800 = 240 N
FH = 0
P = F1 + F2
P = 240 + 90
P = 330 N

Que 1.33. What are the different types of motion of bodies ?

Answer
Following are the different types of motion of bodies :
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i. Linear Motion : When a body moves in a straight line only, the motion
is called linear motion.
ii. Curvilinear Motion : When a body moves along a curved path, the
motion is called curvilinear motion.
iii. Rectilinear Motion : When a body posses both linear and circular
motion, it is said to be in rectilinear motion.
iv. Periodic Motion : When the motion of a body repeats over a period of
time, it is called periodic motion.
v. Oscillatory Motion : To and fro motion of a body about a point is called
oscillatory motion.

Wedge Friction.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.34. Define wedge and discuss about the equilibrium of body
placed on wedge.

Answer
A. Wedge : A wedge is a piece of metal or wood which is usually of a
triangular or trapezoidal in cross-section. It is used for either lifting
loads or used for slight adjustments in the position of a body i.e., for
tightening fits or keys for shafts.
B. Equilibrium of Body Placed on Wedge :
1. Considering the equilibrium of the wedge. The forces acting on the
wedge are shown in Fig. 1.34.1. They are :
i. The force P applied horizontally on face BC.
ii. Reaction R1 on the face AC (The reaction R1 is the resultant of
normal reaction on the rubbing face AC and force of friction on
surface AC). The reaction R1 will be inclined at an angle 1 with the
normal.
iii. Reaction R2 on the face AB (The reaction R2 is the resultant of
normal reaction on the rubbing face AB and force of friction on
surface AB). The reaction R2 will be inclined at an angle 2 with the
normal.
2. When the force P is applied on the wedge, the surface CA will be moving
towards left and hence force of friction on this surface will be acting
towards right.
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3. Similarly, the force of friction on face AB will be acting from A to B.
These forces are shown in Fig. 1.34.1.
4. Resolving the forces horizontally, we get
R1 sin 1 + R2 sin (2 + ) = P
Resolving the forces vertically, we get
R1 cos 1 = R2 cos (2 + )

No
rm
R2
) B
a
–
l 90
2
(
of
rce P
Fo ction
fri

A C

Force of 1
reaction
Normal

friction R
1

Fig. 1.34.1.

Que 1.35. A uniform ladder 5 m long weighs 180 N. It is placed

against a wall making an angle of 60º with floor. The coefficient of
friction between the wall and ladder is 0.25 and between the floor
and the ladder is 0.35. The ladder has to support a mass 900 N at its
top. Calculate the horizontal force P to be applied to the ladder at
the floor level to prevent slipping. AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 10

Answer

Given : W1 = 180 N, W2 = 900 N, a = 0.35, b = 0.25, l = 5 m,  = 60°

To Find : Horizontal force P to prevent slipping.
1. According to Fig. 1.35.1 for the ladder AB placed against a wall and
various force acting on it. P is the horizontal force which has been
applied on the ground level to prevent slipping.
2. Resolving all the forces along horizontal and vertical directions, we
have
P + aRa = Rb ...(1.35.1)
Ra + b Rb = W1 + W2 = 180 + 900 = 1080 N ...(1.35.2)
3. Taking moments about the end A,
W2 × OA + W1 × DA = Rb × OB + b Rb × OA
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W2 = 900 N

Fb = bRb

Rb
B

m5m
2.5
W1 = 180 N
60º
P F a =  aR a O
A D

Ra
Fig. 1.35.1.

4. From the geometrical configuration,

OA = 5 cos 60º = 2.5 m, DA = 2.5 cos 60º = 1.25 m
OB = 5 sin 60º = 4.33 m
 900 × 2.5 + 180 × 1.25 = Rb × 4.33 + 0.25 Rb × 2.5
Rb (4.955) = 2475
2475
Rb = = 499.495 N
4.955
5. From eq. (1.35.2) and eq. (1.35.1), we have
Ra = 1080 – b Rb = 1080 – 0.25 × 499.495
Ra = 955.13 N
P= Rb – a Ra = 499.495 – 0.35 × 955.13
P= 165.2 N

Screw Jack and Differential Screw Jack.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Screw Jack : It is a device used for lifting heavy weights or loads with
the help of a small effort applied at its handle.
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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 1.36. Derive an expression for the effort applied to lift or lower
the load.

Answer
I. Effort Applied at the End of Handle to Lift the Load :
1. Let, W = Weight placed on the screw head,
P = Effort applied at the end of the handle,
L = Length of handle,
p = Pitch of the screw,
d = Mean diameter of the screw,
 = Angle of the screw or helix angle,
 = Angle of friction, and
 = Coefficient of friction between screw and nut = tan 

Load = w
L

Screw head
P(Power)

Handle
Screw with
square threads

Nut
(Also body of jack)

Fig. 1.36.1. Simple screw-jack.

2. When the handle is rotated through one complete turn, the screw is also
rotated through one turn. Then the load is lifted by a height p (pitch of
screw).
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3. The development of one complete turn of a screw thread is shown in
Fig. 1.36.2(a). This is similar to the inclined plane. The distance AB will
be equal to the circumference (d) and distance BC will be equal to the
pitch (p) of the screw.
4. From the Fig. 1.36.2(a), we have

BC p
tan  =  ...(1.36.1)
AC d
5. Let, P = Effort applied horizontally at the mean radius
of the screw jack to lift the load W,
r = Mean radius of the screw jack = d/2,
R = Normal reaction, and
F = Force of friction = R.


A
d B
(a) Development of a screw thread

of l oa d
i on f
R i re ct en t o
D e m
v
mo


P
F = R
 

W
(b) Force acting on body placed on screw jack
Fig. 1.36.2.

6. As the load W is lifted upwards, the force of friction will be acting

downwards. All the forces acting on the body are shown in Fig. 1.36.2(b).
7. Resolving forces along the inclined plane, we have
F + W sin = P cos  ( F = R)
R + W sin  = P cos  ... (1.36.2)
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8. Resolving forces normal to the inclined plane, we have
R = W cos  + P sin 
9. Substituting the value of R in eq. (1.36.2), we get
(W cos  + P sin) + W sin  = P cos 

sin   sin  
(W cos  + P sin) + W sin  = P cos     tan   cos  
cos 
sin  cos  sin  sin 
W  P + W sin  = P cos 
cos  cos 
10. Multiplying by cos , we get
W sin  cos  + P sin sin+ W sin  cos  = P cos  cos 
W (sin  cos  + sin  cos ) = P(cos  cos  – sin  sin )
W sin( + ) = P cos( + )

sin (  )
P = W = W tan ( + ) ...(1.36.3)
cos(  )
11. Now P is the effort applied at the mean radius of the screw-jack. But in
case of screw-jack, effort is actually applied at the end of the handle as
shown in Fig. 1.36.1. The effort applied at the end of the handle is P.
12. Moment of P about the axis of the screw
= P × Distance of P from the axis of the screw
= P × Mean radius of the screw jack
= P × d/2
13. Moment of P about the axis of the screw
= P × Distance of P from axis
= P× L
14. Equating the two moments, we get

d
P  PL
2
d P
 P = P    P ...(1.36.4)
2L 2L
15. Substituting the value of P from eq. (1.36.3) into eq. (1.36.4), we get

d
P=  W tan (  ) ...(1.36.5)
2L
Eq. (1.36.5) gives the relation between the effort required at the end of
the handle and the load lifted.
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d
16. Torque required to work the jack, T  PL  W tan(  )
2
d
17. Now, P= W tan (  )
2L
Wd  tan   tan  
=
2 L  1  tan  tan  

 p 

Wd  d   p 
=  tan   , tan   
2 L  1  p   d 
 d 
Wd  p  d 
=  d  p  ...(1.36.6)
2L  
Eq. (1.36.6) gives the value of P in terms of coefficient of friction and
pitch of the screw.
II. Effort Required at the End of Screw Jack to Lower the Load :
1. The screw jack is also used for lowering the heavy load. When the load
is lowered by the screw jack, the force of friction (F = R) will act
upwards. Fig. 1.36.3 shows all the forces acting on the body.

R
R
F=


P

 
W
Fig. 1.36.3. Body moving down.

2. Resolving forces along the inclined plane,

F + P cos  = W sin 
R + P cos  = W sin  ...(1.36.7)
3. Resolving forces normal to the plane
R = W cos  + P sin 
4. Substituting the value of R in eq. (1.36.7), we get
(W cos  + P sin ) + P cos  = W sin 
 W cos  +  P sin  + P cos  = W sin 
P sin  + P cos  = W sin  –  W cos 
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P sin  + cos ) = W (sin  –  cos )

 sin  
P  sin   cos   = W sin   sin  cos  
 cos    cos  
 

 sin  
   tan   cos  

5. Multiplying by cos , we get

P(sin sin  + cos  cos ) = W (sin  cos  – sin cos )
P[cos ( – )] = W[sin ( – )]

sin(   )
 P = W = W tan (– )
cos(   )
If  > , then P = W tan (– ) ...(1.36.8)
6. But P is the effort applied at the mean radius of the screw jack. But in
actual case, effort is applied at the handle of the jack. Let the effort
applied at the handle is P. Equating the moment of P and P about the
axis of the jack, we get

d
P × L = P 
2

d d
 P=  P =  W tan (   ) ...(1.36.9)
2L 2L
Eq. (1.36.9) gives the relation between the efforts required at the end of
the handle to lower the load (W).
7. Expression for P in terms of coefficient of friction and pitch of the screw,

Wd Wd  tan   tan  
P= tan(   ) 
2L 2 L  1  tan  tan  

 p 
Wd  u  d   d
=  tan   , tan   
2 L  1   p   d 
 d 

Wd  d  p 
=
2 L  d  p 
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Que 1.40.

a. Find the effort required to apply at the end of a handle, fitted to

the screw head of screw jack to lift a load of 1500 N. The length of
the handle is 70 cm. The mean diameter and the pitch of the
screw jack are 6 cm and 0.9 cm respectively. The coefficient of
friction is given as 0.095.
b. If instead of raising the load of 1500 N, the same load is lowered,
determine the effort required so apply at the end of the handle.

Answer

Given : W = 1500 N, L = 70 cm = 0.7 m, d = 6 cm = 0.06 m

p = 0.9 cm = 0.009 m,  = 0.095
To Find : i. Effort required to raise the load.
ii. Effort required to lower the load.

1. Effort required to raise the load is given by,

Wd  p  d 
P=  d  p 
2L  
1500  0.06  0.009  0.095    0.06 
= = 9.22 N
2  0.70    0.06  0.009  0.095 
2. Effort required for lowering the load is given by,
Wd  d  p 
P=  d  p 
2L  
1500  0.06  0.095    0.06  0.009 
=
2  0.70    0.06  0.009  0.095 
= 3.024 N

Que 1.38. Write a short note on differential screw jack with neat
diagram.

Answer
1. Differential screw jack consists of two spindles A and B. B externally
threaded and A both internally and externally threaded.
2. The internal threads of spindle A meshes with internal threads of spindle
B. Spindle A is screwed to fixed base.
3. When the lever is rotated such that spindle A rises, spindle B also rotates
and it will come down.
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Distance moved by the effort
4. Velocity ratio, VR =
Distance moved by the load
W

A
P

B L

Fig. 1.38.1.

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2 Centroid and Centre

of Gravity

CONTENTS
Part-1 : Centroid, Centre of Gravity, ................. 2–2C to 2–13C
Centroid of Simple Figures
from First Principle

Part-2 : Centroid of Composite .......................... 2–14C to 2–20C

Sections, Centre of Gravity
and its Implications

Part-3 : Area Moment of ..................................... 2–20C to 2–21C

Inertia-Definition, Moment
of Inertia of Plane Sections
from First Principle

Part-4 : Theorems of Moment ............................ 2–22C to 2–23C

of Inertia

Part-5 : Moment of Inertia of ............................. 2–23C to 2–37C

Standard Sections and
Composite Sections

Part-6 : Mass Moment of Inertia ....................... 2–37C to 2–45C

of Circular Plate, Cylinder,
Cone, Sphere, Hook
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Centroid, Centre of Gravity, Centroid of Simple Figures

from First Principle.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Centre of Gravity : It is the point at which the whole weight of the
body acts. A body is having only one centre of gravity for all positions
of the body.
Centroid : The point at which the total area of a plane figure (like
triangle, rectangle, circle, etc.) is assumed to be concentrated is known
as the centroid of that area.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 2.1. Derive the coordinates for the centroid of :

i. a line,
ii. a straight line, and
iii. a composite line.

Answer
i. Centroid of a Line :
1. Consider a homogenous wire of uniform cross-sectional area A, total
length L and density . If we divide it into infinitesimally small elements
then the weight of an element of length dL is given as,
dW = A(dL)g
Y

x
dL
y

X
Fig. 2.1.1. Centroid of a line.
2. Hence, the weight of the entire wire is obtained by integrating the
above expression over the length,
 W = AgL
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3. The first moment of weight of the infinitesimally small element about
the X-axis is given as the weight multiplied by the perpendicular distance,
i.e., Ag(dL)y.
4. Using the principle of moments, the y-coordinate of location of centre of
gravity of the entire wire is determined as
yW =  Ag(dL) y
yAgL =  Ag(dL) y (W = AgL)
5. Since the density  and cross-sectional area A are constant throughout
the length of the wire, they can be taken outside the integral sign.

 y =
 ydL
L
6. Similarly, the x-coordinate of location of centre of gravity of the wire
can be determined as,

x =  xdL
L
ii. Centroid of a Straight Line :
1. Consider a straight line of length L along the X-axis. If we take an
infinitesimally small length dx at a distance x from the origin then its
first moment about the Y-axis is,
dMy = x dx
2. Therefore, the first moment of the entire length about the Y-axis is,
L
L2
My =  xdx 
0 2
Y

O X
x
dx
Fig. 2.1.2. Centroid of a straight line.
3. The x-coordinate of the centroid is given as,
My L2 / 2
x = = = L/2
L L
4. From figure 2.1.2, we can readily see that as the line is along the X-axis,
y = 0. Therefore, we can conclude that the centroid of a straight line
lies at the midpoint of the line.
iii. Centroid of a Composite Line :
1. In general, a given curve may not be of regular shape then in that case,
it is divided into finite segments of regular shapes for which positions of
centroids are readily known.
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2. Let Li be the length of a segment for which the centroid is known and
(xi , yi ) be the location of its centroid.
3. Then the centroid of the composite line is given by,

x =
L x i i

and y =
 Li yi
L
Que 2.2. Derive an expression for the centroid of an arc of a
circle.

Answer
1. Consider an arc of a circle symmetric about the X-axis as shown in
Fig. 2.2.1. Let R be the radius of the arc and 2 be the subtended angle.
2. Consider an infinitesimally small length dL such that the radius to the
length makes an angle  with the X-axis. Then its length dL is given as,
dL = R d
Y

R dL
d

X
O 
x

Fig. 2.2.1. Centroid of an arc of a circle.

3. Therefore, the total length of the arc is


L=  R d  2R
–
4. The first moment of the infinitesimally small length about the Y-axis is,
dMy = x dL = (R cos ) (R d) = R2 cos d
5. Hence, the first moment of the entire arc about the Y-axis is given as,

2
My = R cos  d
–

= R2 sin –  = 2R2 sin 
6. Therefore, the x-coordinate of centroid of the arc is given as,
My 2 R2 sin  R sin 
x =   ...(2.2.1)
L 2R 
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7. From the Fig. 2.2.1, we can see that due to symmetry of the arc about
X-axis, y = 0.
8. For a semicircular arc,  varies from –/ 2 to  / 2 hence the location of
its centroid is obtained by substituting  = / 2 in eq. (2.2.1), we get
x = 2R / and y=0

Que 2.3. A wire is bent into a closed loop A–B–C–D–E–A as shown

in Fig. 2.3.1 in which portion AB is circular arc. Determine the
centroid of the wire. AKTU 2011-12, Marks 05
5m
B C

5m
A

10 m

E
D
10 m
Fig. 2.3.1.

Answer

Given : Fig. 2.3.1.

To Find : Centroid of the wire.
1. Consider ED as X-axis and AE as Y-axis or AE and ED as reference axes
to determine the centroid.
r 5
2. Length of arc AB = =  = 7.85 m
2 2
Y B
C
2r

A
2r


E X
D
Fig. 2.3.2.
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3. Position of centroid for arc,
2r 2 5
xi = 5 – =5– = 1.82 m
 
2r 2 5
yi = 10 + = 10 + = 13.18 m
 
4. The coordinates for the centroid of various lines and curves are shown
in table given below :

S. No. Curve/Line Length (Li) Centroid Co-ordinate

(in mm) (in mm)

xi yi Li xi Li yi

1. AB 7.85 1.82 13.18 14.287 103.463

5
2. BC 5 5+ = 7.5 10 + 5 = 15 37.5 75
2
15
3. CD 5 + 10 = 15 10 = 7.5 150 112.5
2
10
4. DE 10 =5 0 50 0
2
10
5. EA 10 0 =5 0 50
2

Li = 47.85 251.787 340.963

5. Centroid of the given figure is,

 L x L y 
 x, y =  i i , i i
 Li Li 
 251.787 340.963 
=  ,  = (5.26,7.13)
 47.85 47.85 
Que 2.4. Prove that centroid of a rectangle lies at the intersection
of its diagonals.

Answer
1. Consider a rectangle of base length b and height h. If we take a thin strip
parallel to the X-axis at a distance y from the X-axis and of infinitesimally
small thickness dy then its area is given as,
dA = b dy
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Y

dy
h
y

X
b
Fig. 2.4.1.
2. Hence, the area of the rectangle is,
h h

A=  dA   b dy  bh
0 0
3. As each point on this strip is at the same distance y from the X-axis, we
can take moment of area of the strip about the X-axis as,
dMx = ydA = yb dy
4. Therefore, the first moment of the entire area about the X-axis is,
h
bh2
Mx =
0
 y(b dy) 
2
5. Hence, the y-coordinate of the centroid of the rectangle is given as,
M x bh2 / 2 h
y=  
A bh 2
6. In a similar manner, we can consider a vertical strip at a distance x from
the Y-axis and of infinitesimally small thickness dx, and obtain the
x-coordinate of the centroid as,
b
x=
2
7. Thus, we can see that the centroid of a rectangle lies at the midpoint or
in other words, at the intersection of its two diagonals.

Que 2.5. Show that centroid of a right angled triangle lies at

(b/3, h/3) where b and h are the base and height of the triangle
respectively.

Answer
1. Consider a right angled triangle of base b and height h. If we take a thin
strip parallel to the base at a distance y from the X-axis and of
infinitesimally small thickness dy then its area is dA = b′ dy, where
b′ is the width of the strip.
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Y
A

h–y dy
E
D h
b
y

B X
C
b
Fig. 2.5.1. Centroid of a right angled triangle.
2. From similar triangles ABC and ADE, we have
b b b
=  b  (h – y)
h– y h h
b
 dA = bdy = (h – y) dy
h
3. Then area of the entire triangle is obtained as,
h
b
(h – y) dy
h 0
A=

h
b y2  bh
=  hy –  
h 2 0 2
4. The first moment of the strip with respect to the X-axis is,
b 
dMx = ydA = y  ( h – y)  dy
h 
5. Therefore, the first moment of the entire area about the X-axis is given
as,
h h
b
Mx =  y dA   y h (h – y)dy
0 0
h
b
= (hy – y2 )dy
h 0
h
b  y 2 y3  bh2
= h –  =
h 2 3 0 6
6. Therefore, the y-coordinate of the centroid is given as,
M x bh2 / 6 h
y=  
A bh / 2 3
7. In a similar manner, we can consider a vertical strip of area dA parallel
to the Y-axis and obtain the x-coordinate of the centroid as,
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x= 
A 3
 b h
Thus the coordinate of centroid of a right angled triangle is  , 
 3 3

Que 2.6. Find out the centroid of area of a circular sector and
also find the centroid of a semicircle.

Answer
1. Consider an area of a circular sector of radius R with subtended angle
2, and symmetric about the X-axis. If we take an element of area OCD
at an angle  from the X-axis then its area can be determined by considering
OCD as a triangle and is given as,
R2
dA = (1/2) R × Rd= d
2
Y

R d C
D

X
O 

Fig. 2.6.1. A circular sector.

2. The centroid of this triangle lies at a distance of (2/3) R from O.
Hence, the x and y-coordinates of the centroid are,
2 2
x= R cos  and y = R sin 
3 3
3. Area of the entire circular sector is obtained by integrating the expression
for dA between limits, i.e.,

R2
A= d  R2

– 2
4. Taking the first moment of the triangle OCD about the Y-axis,
2 R2
dMy = x dA = R cos  d
3 2
5. Therefore, the first moment of the entire area about the Y-axis is,
My =  x dA
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
2 R2
=  R cos  d
–
3 2
R3  2 R3 sin 
=
3
 sin –  
3
6. Therefore, the x-coordinate of the centroid is
2 R sin 
x = My / A  ...(2.6.1)
3 
7. As the sector is symmetric about X-axis,
 y =0
8. For a semicircular area, we know that  varies from – /2 to /2. Hence,
its centroid is obtained by substituting  = /2 in eq. (2.6.1) for x .
Therefore, we get
4R
x= and y = 0
3
9. Similarly, if the area is symmetric about Y-axis then the centroidal
coordinates are
4R
x = 0 and y 
3
Que 2.7. Derive the expression for the centroid of a parabola.

Answer
1. Consider a shaded area bounded by a parabola of equation y = kx2,
X-axis and line x = b as shown in Fig. 2.7.1. Then we see that at x = 0,
y = 0 and at x = b, y = h. Therefore,
h
k= 2
b
Y

h y = kx2

y
X
dx
x

b
Fig. 2.7.1.
2. Hence, we can write the equation of the curve as,
h
y = 2 x2
b
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3. Consider a vertical strip parallel to the Y-axis at a distance x from the
origin and of infinitesimally small thickness dx as shown in the
Fig. 2.7.1. Then its elemental area is given as dA = y dx = (h/b2)x2 dx.
Therefore, the area under the entire curve is,
b
h 2
A=   b
2 
x dx
0 
h b3 bh
=
 
b2 3 3
We see that the area of the curve is 1/3rd of the area of the enclosed
rectangle.
4. The first moment of the area about the Y-axis is given as,
My =  x dA
b
h
= x b 2
x 2 dx
0

h b4 b2 h
=
 
b2 4 4
5. Therefore, the x-coordinate of the centroid is given as,
b2h / 4 3
My
x=  b 
A bh / 3 4
6. In a similar manner, we can consider a thin strip parallel to the X-axis
and of infinitesimally small thickness dy as shown in Fig. 2.8.2.
Y

dy
h y = kx2

y
X
x b–x
Fig. 2.7.2.
7. The elemental area is given as dA = (b – x)dy. Therefore, the first
moment of the area about the X-axis is given as,
h

Mx =  y dA   y(b – x) dy
0

h h
 b 1/ 2   y2 b y5/ 2  bh 2
=0 y  b – h1/ 2 y  dy = b 2 – h1/ 2 5 / 2   10
0
8. Therefore, the y-coordinate of the centroid is given as,
M x bh2 / 10 3
y =   h
A bh / 3 10
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Que 2.8. Determine the centroid of a semi circular segment given
that a = 100 mm and  = 45°.

Fig. 2.8.1.

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Answer

Given : a = 100 mm = 0.1 m,  = 45°

To Find : Centroid of semi circular segment.
1. Let us consider an element at a distance r from the centre O of the
semi circle, radial width being dr and bound by radii at  and  + d.
Area of element = rddr
2. Its moment about X-axis is given by,
Y

Q
a dr

r P

  + d
O X
a
Fig. 2.8.2.
rd dr × r sin  = r2 sin  dr d
 Total moment of area about X-axis is,
 a  a
 r3 
 r 2 sin  dr d =   sin  d
0 0

0  3 0
a3 a3
=
3
 – cos 0 = 3 [– cos   cos 0]
(100)3
= [– cos 45  1] = 97631.073 mm3
3
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4. Area of the sector =  a2   
 360 
 45  2
=  (100)2   mm = 3927 mm2
360 
Moment of area about X - axis
5. The position of centroid y =
Total area
97631.073
=
39267
y = 24.86 mm
6. Now consider an elementary strip OPQ that subtends an angle d at O.
PQ = a d
7. As angle d is very small, consider it as a triangle.
1
 Area of the elementary strip = ( ad) a
2
a2
dA = d
2
8. Centroid of this triangular strip lies on a line that joins O to the mid
2
point of PQ and at a distance a from O.
3
2
9. Distance x of centroid from Y-axis = a cos 
3
a2 d 2
10. Moment of area of elementary strip about Y-axis =  a cos 
2 3
1 3
dMy = a cos  d
3
11. The x-coordinate of the centroid of the lamina from Y-axis will be,
Moment of area about Y - axis
x=
Total area of section

1 3
 a cos  d 
0
3 2  sin  0
=  = a
a2 3  0
 d
0
2
2a sin 
=
3 
2  100 sin 45
x= = 60.02 mm
3   
 45  
180
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Centroid of Composite Sections, Centre of

Gravity and its Implications.

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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 2.9. Discuss in brief about centroid of composite figures.

Answer
1. In engineering work, we frequently need to locate the centroid of a
composite area. Such an area may be composed of regular geometric
shapes such as rectangle, triangle, circle, semicircle, quarter circle, etc.
2. In such cases, we divide the given area into regular geometric shapes
for which the positions of centroids are readily known.
3. Let Ai be the area of an element and (xi , yi ) be the respective centroidal
coordinates. Then for the composite area,
Ax = A1 x1  A2 x2  ...  An xn

 x=
Ax i i

4. Similarly, y=
 Ai yi
A
where the total area, A = A i, in which the areas are added up
algebraically.

Que 2.10. Find out the centroid of an L-section of 120 mm × 80 mm

× 20 mm as shown in Fig. 2.10.1.
20

120

20
80
Fig. 2.10.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 2.10.1.

To Find : Centroid of L-section.
1. The given L-section is not symmetrical about any section. Hence, in this
case, there will be two axes of references. The lowest line of the figure
(i.e., line GF) will be taken as axis of reference for calculating y and the
left line of the L-section (i.e., line AG) will be taken as axis of reference
for calculating x .

20
A
B
All dimensions in mm
1 100
120

C E
D
2 20
G 80 F
Fig. 2.10.2.
2. The given L-section is split up into two rectangles ABCD and DEFG, as
shown in Fig. 2.10.2.
3. A1 = Area of rectangle ABCD = 100 × 20 = 2000 mm2
y1 = Distance of centroid of rectangle ABCD from bottom line GF.
100
y1 = 20  = 20 + 50 = 70 mm
2
A2 = Area of rectangle DEFG = 80 × 20 = 1600 mm2
y2 = Distance of centroid of rectangle DEFG from bottom line GF.
20
= = 10 mm
2
4. By using the formula, we have
A y  A2 y2
y = 1 1 , where A = A1 + A2
A
2000  70  1600  10
= = 43.33 mm
2000  1600
5. Let, x1 = Distance of the rectangle ABCD from left line AG.
20
= = 10 mm
2
x2 = Distance of the rectangle DEFG from left line AG.
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80
= = 40 mm
2
6. Using formula, we have
A x  A2 x2
x = 1 1
A
2000  10  1600  40
= = 23.33 mm
2000  1600
Hence, the centroid of the L-section is at a distance of 43.33 mm from
the bottom line GF and 23.33 mm from the left line AG.

Que 2.11. Locate the centroid of the shaded area shown in

Fig. 2.11.1. All dimensions are in meters.

60 60
60

R=
80 80

40 80
Fig. 2.11.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 2.11.2

To Find : Centroid of the shaded area.
1. Shaded area, ABCED = Rectangle AOCD
+ Triangle DCE – Quarter circle OBC

Y (60, 140)
E
60
60
60
120
(0, 80) D C (120, 80)
R=80
80

X
A B O
40 80
Fig. 2.11.2.
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2. The coordinates of the centroid for various sections are shown in the
table given below :
Centroid coordinate

Shape Area, Ai xi yi Ai x i Ai y i
(mm 2) (mm) (mm) (mm 3) (mm 3)

Rectangle 120 × 80 120/2 80/2 576 ×103 384 × 103

AOCD = 9600 = 60 = 40
1 0  120  60 80  140  80
Triangle × 120 × 60 216 360 × 103
2 3 3
× 103
DEC = 3600 = 60 = 100
  (80)2 4  80 4  80
Quarter 40 + – 371.7 –170.65
circle 4 3 3
× 103 × 103
BOC = – 5026.55 = 73.95 = 33.95

Ai = 8173.4 Aixi = Aiyi =

420 × 103 573.35×103

3. Centroid of shaded portion, ( x , y)

 Ai xi Ai yi 
=  ,
 Ai Ai 
 420  103 573.35  103 
=  , 
 8173.45 8173.45 
= (51.4, 70.15)

Que 2.12. Locate the centroid of the T-section shown in the

Fig. 2.12.1.
100
O
X
A1 G1 20
y

G2 100
A2

20

Y
Fig. 2.12.1.
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Answer

Given : Fig. 2.12.1.

To Find : Centroid of T section.
1. Selecting the axis as shown in Fig. 2.12.1, we can say due to symmetry
centroid lies on Y-axis, i.e., x = 0.
2. Now the given T-section may be divided into two rectangles A1 and A2
each of size 100 × 20 mm and 20 × 100 mm. The centroid of A1 and A2 are
G1(0, 10) and G2(0, 70) respectively.
3. The distance of centroid from top is given by,
100  20  10  20  100  70
y = = 40 mm
100  20  20  100
Hence, centroid of T-section is on the symmetric axis at a distance
40 mm from the top.

Que 2.13. For the semi-annular area shown in Fig. 2.13.1,

3
determine the ratio of a to b so that y = b.
4

b
a
X

Fig. 2.13.1.

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Answer

3
Given : y = b
4
To Find : Ratio of a to b.
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Y

1
A1
b
a 2
X
A2
Fig. 2.13.2.

1. Area of semicircle (1),

2
A1 = a
2
2. Area of semicircle (2),
b2
A2 =
2
3. Net area of strip, A = A1 – A2
 2
A= (a – b2)
2
4. Due to symmetry, centroid will lie on Y-axis.
For semicircle (1),

y1 = 4 a
3
For semicircle (2),
4b
y2 =
3
5. Then centroid of strip,
A1 y1  A2 y2
y =
A1  A2
6. On putting the values of A1, A2, y1 and y2 , we have
a2 4 a b2 4 b
  
y = 2 3 2 3
 2 2
(a  b )
2
  4 a3 4 b3 
 
3   4 ( a  b )
3 3
y = 2  3
 2 3 ( a  b2 )
2
( a  b2 )
2
4  ( a  b) (a2  b2  ab) 
=  
3  ( a  b) ( a  b) 
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3 4  (a  b)2 ab  4  ab 
b=   a  b  a  b
4 3  ab  3  
 3 
 y  b
4
32  a a 
=  1 ...(2.13.1)
42 b a  b 
7. After solving eq. (2.3.1), we get
a
= 1.34
b

Area Moment of Inertia-Definition, Moment of Inertia of Plane

Sections from First Principle.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 2.14. Write a short note on area moment of inertia.

Answer
1. Consider the area shown in Fig. 2.14.1(a). dA is an elemental area with
coordinates as x and y. The term yi2 dAi is called moment of inertia of
the area about X axis and is denoted as IXX. Similarly, the moment of
inertia about y axis is
IYY = yi2 dAi
2. In general, if r is the distance of elemental area dA from the axis AB
[Fig. 2.14.1(b)], the sum of the terms r2 dA to cover the entire area is
called moment of inertia of the area about the axis AB.
Y dA dA
x B
r
y
X
A
( a) (b )
Fig. 2.14.1.
3. Though moment of inertia of plane area is a purely mathematical term,
it is one of the important properties of areas. The strength of members
subject to bending depends on the moment of inertia of its cross-sectional
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4. The moment of inertia is a fourth dimensional term since it is a term
obtained by multiplying area by the square of the distance. Hence, its SI
unit is m4.

Que 2.15. Define the following terms :

i. Polar moment of inertia, and

ii. Radius of gyration.

Answer
i. Polar Moment of Inertia :
1. If an elemental area dA is at a distance r from origin of the coordinate
axes then its polar moment of inertia is given by,
2
JO = r dA
where, JO = Polar moment of inertia of the area A with
respect to the pole O.
2. As r2 = x2 + y2
2
Hence, JO =  (x  y2 ) dA   y2 dA   x 2 dA
JO = IX + IY
where IX = Moment of inertia of the area about X-axis.
IY = Moment of inertia of the area about Y-axis.
Y

dA
r y
x
X
O A

Fig. 2.15.1.
3. In other words we can say that polar moment of inertia of an area is the
moment of inertia of the area about Z-axis.
ii. Radius of Gyration : Radius of gyration is defined as the distance
which is when squared and multiplied by area gives the moment of
inertia of that area.

I
Mathematically, I = k2A  k =
A
where, k = Radius of gyration,
I = Moment of inertia, and
A = Cross-sectional area.
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Theorems of Moment of Inertia.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 2.16. State and prove perpendicular axis theorem.

Answer
A. Perpendicular Axis Theorem :
1. The moment of inertia of an area about an axis perpendicular to its
plane (i.e., polar moment of inertia) at any point O is equal to the sum of
moment of inertia about any two mutually perpendicular axis through
the same point O and lying in the plane of the given area.
B. Proof :
1. Consider an elemental area dA at distance r from point O.
2. Let dA have coordinates x and y, then from the definition,
IZZ = r2dA
= (x2 + y2)dA = x2dA + y2dA ( r2 + x2 + y2)
IZZ = IXX + IYY
IZZ is also called polar moment of inertia.
Y

x dA

r y

O X
Fig. 2.16.1.

Que 2.17. State and prove parallel axis theorem.

Answer
A. Parallel Axis Theorem :
1. According to this theorem, moment of inertia about any axis in the
plane of an area (or lamina) is equal to the sum of moment of inertia
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about a parallel centroidal axis and the product of area and square of
distance between the two parallel axes.
dA
Centroidal axis
y
G G
Centroid

A B
Fig. 2.17.1.

2. According to definition,
IAB = IG + Ah2
where, IAB = Moment of inertia about the line AB,
A = Area of the plane figure, and
h = Distance between the axis AB and parallel centroidal
axis GG.
B. Proof :
1. Let us consider an elemental parallel strip dA at ‘y’ distance from axis
GG.
IAB = (y + h)2 dA
=  y2 d A   2 yh dA   h2 dA
2. Here 1st term y2dA is the moment of inertia about GG axis.
IGG = y 2dA
3. The 2nd term,
2yhdA = 2hydA
 y dA
= 2 hA
A
y dA
4. In the above term 2hA is constant and  is the distance of centroid
A
from the reference axis GG. Since GG is passing through centroid itself,
y dA
hence  is zero and the term 2yhdA is zero.
A
5. The 3rd term,
h2dA = h2dA = Ah2
6. Therefore, IAB = IG + Ah2

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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 2.18. Find the moment of inertia of following shapes about

base and centroidal axis :
i. Rectangle,
ii. Triangle, and
iii. Circle.

Answer
i. Rectangle :
1. Consider a rectangle of width b and depth d (Fig. 2.18.1).

dy

d/2
y
X X

d/2

A b A
Fig. 2.18.1.
2. Consider an elemental strip of width dy at a distance y from the
X-X axis. Moment of inertia of the elemental strip about the centroidal
axis X-X is,
dIXX = y2dA = y2b dy
d/2 d/2
 y3 
 IXX =  y2 b dy  b  
– d/2  3 – d/2
 d 3 d3  bd 3
= b   = 12
 24 24 
db3
Similarly, IYY =
12
3. Now moment of inertia about base,
IAA = ICG + Ah2
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 d
= IXX + bd  d   h  
2 2

bd 3 bd3 bd 3 bd 3 bd 3
=  =  
12 4 12 4 3
ii. Triangle :
1. Consider an elemental strip at a distance y from the base AA. Let dy be
the thickness of the strip and dA its area. Width of this strip is given by,
(h – y)  y
b1 =  b = 1 –  b
h  h

dy h
b1
y X X
h/3
A A
b
Fig. 2.18.2.
2. Moment of inertia of this strip about AA,
= y2dA
= y2 b1 dy
2  y
= y  1 –  bdy
 h
3. Moment of inertia of the triangle about AA,
h
h
2 y  2 y3 
IAA = 0 by  1 – h  dy =  b  y
0
–
h
 dy

3 4 h
y y 
= b – 
 3 4 h 0
bh3
IAA =
12
4. By parallel axis theorem,
IAA = IXX + Ay2
IXX = IAA – Ay2
2
bh3 1  h 
= – bh   ( y = h/3)
12 2  3 
bh3 bh3
= 
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IXX =
36
iii. Circle :
1. Let dA be an elemental ring of radius r and thickness dr.
So, elemental area, dA = 2rdr
2. Now, moment of inertia of thin ring about its central axis or polar
moment of inertia,
Y

dr

r
X' X

Y'
D
Fig. 2.18.3.
IZZ = 0R r 2 dA = 0R r 2 (2 r ) dr
R4
IZZ =
2
D4  D
=  R  
32  2
3. By perpendicular axis theorem,
IZZ = IXX + IYY

4. Due to symmetry along X-X and Y-Y axes we have

IXX = IYY

IZZ ' D4

IXX’ = IYY = 
2 64

Que 2.19. Find the moment of inertia of a semicircle and quarter

circle.

Answer
i. Moment of Inertia of a Semicircle :
a. About Diametral Axis :
1. If the limit of integration is put as 0 to  instead of 0 to 2 in the
derivation for the moment of inertia of a circle about diametral axis the
moment of inertia of a semicircle is obtained.
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2. It can be observed that the moment of inertia of a semicircle (Fig. 2.19.1)
about the diametral axis AA is,
1 d 4 d 4
IAA =  
2 64 128

G
X X
yc
A A
d
Fig. 2.19.1.

b. About Centroidal Axis X-X :

1. Now, the distance of centroidal axis yc from the diametral axis is given
by,
4 R 2d
yc = 
3 3
1 d 2 d 2
Area, A =  
2 4 8
2. From parallel axis theorem,

IAA = IXX  Ayc2

2
d 4 d 2  2 d 
= I XX  
128 8  3 

d 4 d4
IXX = –
128 18
= 0.00686 d4
ii. Moment of Inertia of a Quarter of a Circle :
a. About the Base :
1. If the limit of integration is put as 0 to /2 instead of 0 to 2 in the
derivation for moment of inertia of a circle, the moment of inertia of a
quarter of a circle is obtained.
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G
X
X 4R
3
A A
R

Fig. 2.19.2.
2. It can be observed that moment of inertia of the quarter of a circle about
the base AA is,
1 d 4 d 4
IAA =  
4 64 256
b. About Centroidal Axis X-X :
1. Now, the distance of centroidal axis yc from the base is given by,
4 R 2d
yc = 
3 3
1 d 2 d 2
Area, A =  
4 4 16
2. From parallel axis theorem,
IAA = I XX  Ayc2
2
d 4 d 2  2d 
= I XX   
256 16 3 
d 4 d4
IXX = – = 0.00343 d4
256 36 
Que 2.20. Discuss the procedure of finding the moment of inertia
of composite sections.

Answer
Moment of inertia of composite sections about an axis can be found by
the following steps :
1. Divide the given figure into a number of simple figures.
2. Locate the centroid of each simple figure by inspection or using standard
expressions.
3. Find the moment of inertia of each simple figure about its centroidal
axis. Add the term Ay2, where A is the area of the simple figure and y is
the distance of the centroid of the simple figure from the reference axis.
This gives moment of inertia of the simple figure about the reference axis.
4. Sum up moments of inertia of all simple figures to get the moment of
inertia of the composite section.
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Que 2.21. Determine the moment of inertia of the L section shown
in Fig. 2.21.1 about its centroidal axis parallel to the legs. Also find
the polar moment of inertia.
10 mm

125 mm
10 mm
85 mm
Fig. 2.21.1.
AKTU 2016-17 (I), Marks 10

Answer

Given : Fig. 2.21.1.

To Find : i. Moment of inertia about centroid axis.
ii. Polar moment of inertia.
1. The given section is divided into two rectangles A1 and A2.
Area, A1 = 125 × 10 = 1250 mm2
Area, A2 = 75 × 10 = 750 mm2
Total Area = 2000 mm2
2. First, the centroid of the given section is to be located. Two reference
axis (1)-(1) and (2)-(2) are chosen as shown in Fig. 2.21.2.
1

10 Y

A1
125

G1 G
X X
A2
G2
10
2 2
75

Y
1
Fig. 2.21.2.
3. The distance of centroid from the axis (1)-(1),
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Sum of moment of areas A1and A2 about (1)-(1)
x=
Total area
 75 
1250  5  750  10  
 2  = 20.94 mm
x =
2000
4. Similarly, the distance of the centroid from the axis (2)-(2),
125
1250   750  5
y = 2 = 40.94 mm
2000
5. With respect to the centroidal axis X-X and Y-Y, the centroid of
A1 is G1 (15.94, 21.56) and that of A2 is G2 (26.56, 35.94).
 IXX = Moment of inertia of A1 about X-X axis + Moment of inertia
of A2 about X-X axis

10  1253 75  103
 IXX = + 1250 × 21.562 + +750 × 35.942
12 12
i.e., IXX = 3183658.9 mm4
6. Similarly,

125  103 10  753

IYY = + 1250 × 15.942 + + 750 × 26.562
12 12
IYY = 1208658.9 mm4
7. Polar moment of inertia, Izz = Ixx + Iyy
= 3183658.9 + 1208658.9
IZZ = 4392317.8 mm4

Que 2.22. Determine the area moment of inertia of the composite

area ABOC about given X and Y axes.
Y
A

30
m
m
m
m
30

X
C O B
Fig. 2.22.1.

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Answer

30 – 12.73
A
D 30
m
m
30 – 12.73

X
C O B
30 mm
Fig. 2.22.2.

Given : Fig. 2.22.1.

To Find : Area moment of inertia.
1. For quarter circle OAB :
i. Moment of inertia about X-axis,
R4 (30)4
 = 159043.13 mm4
IXX =
16 16
ii. Moment of inertia about Y-axis,
R4 (30)4
IYY =  = 159043.13 mm4
16 16
2. For square AOCD :
i. Moment of inertia about, centroidal X-axis,
b4 (30)4
 = 67500 mm4
IXG =
12 12
ii. Moment of inertia about X-axis,
2
 30 
IXX = IXG + A  
 2
2
 30 
= 67500 + (30)2 ×   = 270000 mm4
 2
iii. Moment of inertia about centroidal Y-axis,
b4 (30)4
 = 67500 mm4
IYG =
12 12
iv. Moment of inertia about Y-axis,
2 2
 30   30 
IYY = IYG + A    67500  (30)2   
 2  2
= 270000 mm4
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3. For quarter circle DAC :
i. Moment of inertia about centroidal X-axis,
IXG = 0.055R4 = 0.055 (30)4 = 44550 mm4
ii. Moment of inertia about X-axis,
IXX = IXG + Ah2
4R 4  30
Here h = 30 –  30  = 17.27 mm
3 3

IXX = 44550 + (30)2 × (17.27)2
4
= 255372.55 mm4
iii. Moment of inertia about centroidal Y-axis,
IYG = 0.055R4 = 0.055 (30)4 = 44550 mm4
iv. Moment of inertia about Y-axis,
IYY = IYG + Ah2
4R 4  30
Here, h = 30 –  30  = 17.27 mm
3 3

IY = 44550 + (30)2 × (17.27)2
4
= 255372.55 mm4
4. Moment of inertia of the composite area
i. About X-axis, IXX = (IXX)OAB + (IXX)AOCD – (IXX)DAC
= 159043.13 + 270000 – 255372.55
IXX = 173670.58 mm4
ii. About Y-axis, IYY = (IYY)OAB + (IYY)AOCD – (IYY)DAC
= 159043.13 + 270000 – 255372.55
IYY = 173670.58 mm4

Que 2.23. Find the moment of inertia of the section shown in

Fig. 2.23.1 about X-axis.

y = x3

8m

2m
Fig. 2.23.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 2.23.1.

To Find : Moment of inertia.
1. Let’s consider a horizontal strip of small thickness dy at distance y
from X-axis, as shown in Fig. 2.23.2.
Y
B A

y=x

8m dy
x
y

X
O
2m
Fig. 2.23.2.
2. The area of the strip is,
dA = x dy
3. The moment of inertia about the X-axis,
dIXX = y2dA

4. We know that, y = x3  x = y1/ 3

So, dIXX = y2 x dy

dIXX = y2 y1/ 3 dy ...(2.23.1)

5. Integrating the eq . (2.23.1) within the limits 0 to 8, we get
8
8  y(7/ 3)  1 
IXX =  y7/ 3 dy   
0
 (7 / 3)  1 0

3
IXX = (8)10/ 3
10
IXX = 307.2 m4

Que 2.24. Determine the area moment of inertia of the composite

area shown in Fig. 2.24.1 about X and Y axis.
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Y

20 mm

30 mm
20 mm
X

10 mm
Fig. 2.24.1.

AKTU 2013-14 (I), Marks 10

Answer

Given : Fig. 2.24.1.

To Find : Area moment of inertia.
1. The given area can be obtained by subtracting a quarter circle and a
triangle from a rectangle.
2. Area moment of inertia of rectangle OEBF :
i. About X-axis,
1 1
(IXX)OEBF = bh3 = × 30 × (40)3 = 6.4 × 105 mm4
3 3
ii. About Y-axis,
1 3 1
(IYY)OEBF = b h= × (30)3 × 40 = 3.6 × 105 mm4
3 3
3. Moment of inertia of triangle ABF :
i. Moment of inertia of right angled triangle ABF about its centroidal
axis along X1,
hb3 1
IX1X1 =   30  (10)3 = 833.33 mm4
36 36
ii. About X-axis,
(IXX)ABF = IX1X1 + AdX12
1 1
A = Area of  = bh = × 30 × 10 = 150 mm2
2 2
dX1 = 36.67 mm
(IXX) ABF = 833.33 + 150 × (36.67)2
(IXX)ABF = 2.0254 × 105 mm4
iii. About Y-axis,
3 3
(IYY)ABF = bh  10  (30) = 0.225 × 105 mm4
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Y1
Y 30 mm
10 mm = d Y1

10 mm F B
C1
3
X1 10, 10 X1
10 mm 3
20 mm

A
Y1

C
4R Y2 dX 1 = 40 –
10
d Y2 = 30 – 3
30 mm 3
= 36.67 mm
20 mm
C2
X2 X2
Y2 4R/3
X
O
D E
10 mm 4R/3
Fig. 2.24.2.
4. Moment of inertia of quarter circle CDE :
i. Moment of inertia about X-axis,

R4 (20)4
(IXX)CDE =  = 0.3142 × 105 mm4
16 16
ii. Moment of inertia about centroidal axis, Y2Y2
(IY2Y2) = 0.055 R4 = 0.055 (20)4 = 8800 mm4
iii. Now moment of inertia about Y-axis using parallel axis theorem,
2
1  4  20 
(IYY)CDE = IY2Y2 + AdY2 = 8800 + (20)2  30  
4  3 
(IYY)CDE = 1.542 × 105 mm4
5. Now moment of inertia for the given area,
i. About X-axis, IX = (IXX)OEBF – (IXX)ABF – (IXX)CDE
= 6.4 × 105 – 2.0254 × 105 – 0.3142 × 105
= 4.0604 × 105 mm4
ii. About Y-axis, IY = (IYY)OEBF – (IYY)ABF – (IYY)CDE
= 3.6 × 105 – 0.225 × 105 – 1.542 × 105
= 1.833 × 105 mm4
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Que 2.25. Determine the moment of inertia about X-X and Y-Y axis
passing through the centroid of the symmetrical I- section as shown
in Fig. 2.25.1.
20 cm

5 cm

5 cm 15 cm

5 cm

30 cm
Fig. 2.25.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 2.25.1.

To Find : Moment of inertia about X-X and Y-Y axis.
1. Since the section is divided into three rectangles as shown in
Fig. 2.27.2.
A1 = 20 × 5 = 100 cm2
A2 = 15 × 5 = 75 cm2
A3 = 30 × 5 = 150 cm2
Total Area, A = A1 + A2 + A3 = 325 cm2
2. Due to symmetry, centroid lies on axis Y-Y. The bottom fiber 1-1 may be
chosen as reference axis to locate the centroid.
Y
20 cm
A1 G1 5 cm

5 cm
A2
G2 15 cm
X X

10.96 cm
A3 G3 5 cm

1 30 cm 1
Y
Fig. 2.25.2.
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3. The distance of the centroid from 1-1,

S um of moments of the areas of the rectangles about axis 1 - 1

y =
Total area of section

100  (20  2.5)  75  (7.5  5)  150  2.5

= = 10.96 cm
325
4. With reference to the centroidal axis X-X and Y-Y, the centroid of
rectangle A1 is G1 (0.0, 11.54), that of A2 is G2 (0.0, 1.54) and that of A3 is
G3 (0.0, – 8.46).

 20  53   5  153 
5. IXX =   100  11.54 2     75  1.54 2 
 12   12 

 30  53 
+  150  ( 8.46)2 
 12 

IXX = 26157.8533 cm4

5  203 15  53 5  303
6. IYY =  
12 12 12
IYY = 14739.5833 cm4

Mass Moment Inertia of Circular Plate, Cylinder, Cone,

Sphere, Hook.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Mass Moment of Inertia : Mass moment of inertia of a body about
an axis is defined as the sum total of product of its element masses and
square of their distance from the axis.

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Que 2.26. Derive the expression of mass moment of inertia of
circular disc about its diametral axis.
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Answer
1. Consider an elemental area r dθ dr and thickness dr as shown in
Fig. 2.26.1.
Mass of the element, dm = r d dr t =  t r d dr
where,  = Density of the circular plate.
t = Thickness of the plate.
Its distance from X axis = r sin 

 (r sin )
2
2. Now, IXX = dm

R 2
2
= r sin 2   t r d dr
0 0

R 2
3  1 – cos 2 
= t   r   drd
0 0  2 

R 2 R 3
r3  sin 2  r
= t 
2  – 2  dr = t  2  2 dr
0  0 0

R
 r4  R4
= t   = t
 4 0 4

3. Mass of the plate, M =  × R2t

MR2
 IXX =
4

MR2
Similarly, IYY =
4
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Y

d
r dr

X X

Y
Fig. 2.26.1.
2
MR
Actually I = is the moment of inertia of circular plate about any
4
diametral axis in the plate.
4. To find IZZ, consider the same element,

R 2

 r dm 
2 2
IZZ = r
0 0
 t r dr d

R R
3 2 3
= t  r []0 dr = t  2r dr
0 0

R
 r4  R4 R4
= t 2   = t2  t
 4 0 4 2

5. But total mass, M = tR 2

MR2
 IZZ =
2

Que 2.27. Derive an expression for mass moment of inertia of a

solid cylinder about its longitudinal axis and its centroidal axes.

Answer
Let us consider a solid cylinder of base radius R, length L and uniform
mass density .
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Y
X
C
R
Z
z dz
L
Fig. 2.27.1.
i. Mass Moment of Inertia about Longitudinal Axis :
1. In the Fig. 2.27.1, Z-axis which passes from the centroid of the cylinder
and is along the length of cylinder is termed as longitudinal axis of
cylinder.
2. Now consider a solid circular disc of infinitesimal thickness dz
perpendicular to Z-axis of a distance z from the origin.
3. Mass of the infinitesimal disc, dm =  R2 dz

R2
4. Mass moment of inertia about the Z-axis, dIZZ’ = dm
2
R2 R2 R4
5. Now, dIZZ’ = dm =   R2 dz =  dz
2 2 2
L/ 2
  R4   R4 L / 2
 dIZZ' =  dz = [ z] L / 2
L / 2
2 2
4
IZZ’ =   R L
2
MR 2
IZZ’ =
2
 M    R L
2

Here, M = Mass of the solid cylinder.

ii. Mass Moment of Inertia about Centroidal Axes :
1. Mass moment of inertia of the solid circular disc about an axis (i.e., X-X
or Y-Y axis) lying on its plane is,

R2
dIX’X’ = dm
4
2. Now using parallel axis theorem, we have

R2
dIXX = dIX’X’ + z2 dm = dm + z2 dm
4
L/2 L/2
R2
 dI XX =  R2 dz R2 z2 dz
4  L/ 2

L / 2
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L/2
R4 L / 2  z3 
IXX =  z L / 2  R2  
4  3   L / 2

R 4 R2 3 R 2 L

= L L = [3 R2  L2 ]
4 12 12
M
IXX = [3 R2  L2 ] { M  R2 L}
12
3. As the cylinder is symmetrical about X-Z and Y-Z plane,
M
 IXX = IYY = [3R2 + L2]
12

Que 2.28. Find the mass moment of inertia of a hollow cylinder

about its axis. The mass of cylinder is 5 kg, inner radius 10 cm, outer
radius 15 cm and height 20 cm. AKTU 2012-13, Marks 05

Answer

Given : M = 5 kg, R2 = 10 cm = 0.1 m, R1 = 15 cm = 0.15 m, L = 20 cm

= 0.2 cm
To Find : Mass moment of inertia of hollow cylinder.

1. Mass moment of inertia of hollow cylinder about longitudinal axis is

given by,
M 5
IZZ = [R12 + R22] = [(0.15)2 + (0.1)2]
2 2
IZZ = 0.08125 kg-m2
2. Mass moment of inertia of hollow cylinder about its centroidal axis is
given by,
M
IXX = IYY = [3(R12 + R22) + L2]
12
5
= [3(0.15)2 + 3(0.1)2 + (0.2)2]
12
= 0.05729 kg-m2  0.0573 kg-m2

Que 2.29. Calculate the mass moment of inertia of the cylinder of

radius 0.5 m, height 1 m and density 2400 kg/m3 about the centroidal
axis Fig. 2.29.1. AKTU 2013-14 (I), Marks 10
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Y

1.0 m X X

Z
0.5 m

Y
Fig. 2.29.1.

Answer

Given : R = 0.5 m, L =1 m,  = 2400 kg/m3

To Find : Mass moment of inertia of the cylinder about centroidal axis.

1
1. We know that, Izz = M (3R2 + L2)
6
1
= R2L (3R2 + L2) ( M = R2L)
6
1
= × 2400 ×  × 0.52 × 1 × (3 × 0.52 + 12)
6
= 549.78 kg-m2

Que 2.30. Determine the mass moment of inertia of a right circular

solid cone of base radius R and height h about the axis of rotation.
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Answer
1. Consider a solid cone of height h and radius R. If  is the density of the
material of the cone, then
Mass of the cone, M = Density × Volume

1
M= ×  R2 h
3
2. Consider an element of thickness dy and radius r at distance y from the
apex A.
3. Mass of the elemental strip, dm = r2 dy
4. Mass moment of inertia of the elemental strip about axis YY
= (1 / 2) × Mass moment of inertia about polar axis
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1 2 1 2
= (r dm) = r (r2 dy)
2 2
1
= (r4 dy)
2

Y
A

y dy

D E
h
r

B X
C
R
Y
Fig. 2.30.1.
5. Since the integration is to be done with respect to y within the limits 0 to
h.
In triangles ADE and ABC
r y y
= , r=R×
R h h
h 4
1  Ry 
 IYY =  2     dy
0
h 

h
 R4  y5    R4 h
=   =
2h4  5  0 10

  R2 h 3
= × R2
3 10
3  1 2 
= MR2  M  R h
10 3

Que 2.31. Derive the expression for mass moment of inertia of a

sphere about centroidal axis. AKTU 2015-16 (I), Marks 10

Answer
1. Consider a solid sphere of radius R with O as centre. If  is the density
of the material of the sphere, then
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4
M= × R3
3
Y

dy

A
y

R
X X
O x

Y
Fig. 2.31.1.
2. Let us focus on a thin disc AB of thickness dx at radius x from the
centre.

Radius of the disc, y = R 2  x2

Mass of the disc, dm =  ×  y2 dx =  (R2 – x2) dx
3. Mass moment of inertia of this elementary disc about the polar axis ZZ
= y2 dm =  (R2 – x2) dx × (R2 – x2)
=  (R2 – x2)2 dx =  (R4 + x4 – 2R2 x2) dx
4. The mass moment of inertia of the whole sphere can be worked out by
integrating the above expression between the limits – R to R.
 Mass moment of inertia of the sphere about polar axis Z-Z’,
R 4
IZZ’ =   R ( R  x4  2 R2 x 2 ) dx
R
 x5 x3 
IZZ’ =   R4 x   2 R2 
 5 3   R

16  R 5 4
= = MR2
15 5
5. According to perpendicular axis theorem, the mass moment of inertia of
a solid sphere about X-X’ or Y-Y’ axis is,
IZZ' 2
IXX’ = IYY’ = = MR2
2 5
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Que 2.32. Determine the mass moment of inertia of uniform
density sphere of radius 5 cm about its centroidal axes.
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Answer

Given : R = 5 cm = 0.05 m
To Find : Mass moment of inertia.
1. Assume uniform density of solid sphere is . So, mass of sphere,
4 4
M= ×V =   R3       53
3 3
= 523.6  kg
2. Mass moment of inertia about centroidal axis in terms of mass M,
I ZZ 2
IXX = IYY =  MR2
2 5
2
= × 523.6  × (5)2 = 5236 cm4
5

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3 Basic Structural
Analysis

CONTENTS
Part-1 : Basic Structural Analysis .......................... 3–2C to 3–3C

Part-2 : Equilibrium in Three Dimensions ........... 3–3C to 3–3C

Part-3 : Analysis of Simple Trusses ....................... 3–3C to 3–7C

by Method of Sections

Part-4 : Analysis of Simple Trusses ..................... 3–7C to 3–19C

by Method of Joints

Part-5 : Zero Force Member ................................ 3–19C to 3–20C

Part-6 : Simple Beams and Support ................... 3–20C to 3–28C

Reactions
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Basic Structural Analysis.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Truss : A structure made up of several members riveted or welded
together is known as truss.
Frame : If the members of the structure are hinged or pin-joined,
then the structure is known as frame.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 3.1. What are the different types of frames ?

Answer
Following are the different types of frames :
i. Perfect Frame :
1. The frame which is composed of such members, which are just sufficient
to keep the frame in equilibrium, when the frame is supporting an
external load is known as perfect frame.
2. For a perfect frame, the number of joints and number of members are
given by,
n = 2j – 3
where, n = Number of members.
j = Number of joints.
ii. Imperfect Frame :
1. A frame in which number of members and number of joints are not
given by n = 2j – 3 is known as imperfect frame. This means that
number of members in an imperfect frame will be either more or less
than (2j – 3).
2. If the number of members in a frame are less than (2j – 3), then the
frame is known as deficient frame.
3. If the number of members in a frame are more than (2j – 3), then the
frame is known as redundant frame.

Que 3.2. What do you understand by the analysis of frame ? Also

write down the assumptions made in the analysis of frame.
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Answer
a. Analysis of a Frame :
1. Analysis of a frame consists of :
i. Determinations of the reactions at the supports.
ii. Determinations of the axial forces in the members of the frame.
2. The reactions are determined by the condition that the applied load
system and the induced reactions at the supports form a system in
equilibrium.
3. The forces in the members of the frame are determined by the condition
that every joint should be in equilibrium and so, the forces acting at
every joint should form a system in equilibrium.
b. Assumptions made in the Analysis of Frame :
1. The frame should be perfect.
2. The frame carries load at the joints.
3. All the members are pin-joined and joints are smooth.

Equilibrium in Three Dimensions.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 3.3. Write down the equations for the equilibrium of a body
in three dimension.

Answer
1. There are six equations expressing the equilibrium of a body in three
dimensions. These are :
i. Sum of forces : Fx = 0, Fy = 0 and Fz = 0
ii. Sum of moments : Mx = 0, My = 0 and Mz = 0
2. The above six equations can be resolved into components to solve the
given problems.

Analysis of Simple Trusses by Method of Sections.

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Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 3.4. Write the procedure of method of section in truss

analysis.

Answer
Procedure of method of sections is as follows :
Step 1 : The truss is split into two parts by passing an imaginary section.
Step 2 : The imaginary section has to be such that it does not cut more
than three members in which the forces are to be determined.
Step 3 : The conditions of equilibrium Fx = 0, Fy = 0, and M = 0 are
applied for one part of the truss and the unknown forces in the member
is determined.
Step 4 : While considering equilibrium, the nature of force in any
member is chosen arbitrarily to be tensile or compressive.
i. If the magnitude of a particular force comes out positive, the
assumption in respect of its direction is correct.
ii. However, if the magnitude of the force comes out to be negative,
the actual direction of the force is opposite to that what has been
assumed.

Que 3.5. A truss of 12 m span is loaded as shown in Fig. 3.5.1.

Determine the forces in the members DG, DF and EF, using method
of sections.

Answer

Given : Length of truss = 12 m, Fig. 3.5.1.

To Find : Forces in members DG, DF and EF.
1. In triangle AEC, AC = AE cos 30°
= 4 × 0.866 = 3.464 m
2. Now length, AD = 2 × AC = 2 × 3.464 = 6.928 m
3. Now taking the moments about A, we get
RB × 12 = 2 × AC + 1 × AD + 1 × AE
= 2 × 3.464 + 1 × 6.928 + 1 × 4 = 17.856
17.856
 RB = = 1.49 kN
12
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1 kN
D 1
2 kN

C G
1 kN

A
30° 60° 60° 30° B
HA E F
1 kN 1
4m 4m 4m
RA RB
Fig. 3.5.1.

4. Now draw the section line (1-1), passing through members DG, DF and
EF in which the forces are to be determined. Consider the equilibrium
of the right part of the truss. This part is shown in Fig. 3.5.2.
5. Taking moments of all forces acting on right part about point F, we get
1

D
FDG
G
F FD

30° B
E
FFE F 1.49 kN
1 4m
RB
Fig. 3.5.2.

RB × 4 + FDG × FG = 0
1.49 × 4 + FDG × (4 × sin 30°) = 0 ( FG = 4 × sin 30°)
 1.49  4
FDG = = – 2.98 kN
4  sin 30
 FDG = 2.98 kN (Compressive)
6. Now taking the moments about point D, we get
RB × BD cos 30° = FFE × BD sin 30°
RB × cos 30° = FFE × sin 30°
1.49  cos 30 1.49  0.866
 FFE = 
sin 30 0.5
= 2.58 kN (Tensile)
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7. Now taking the moments of all forces acting on the right part about
point B, we get
FFD × Perpendicular distance between FFD and B = 0
 FFD = 0 ( Perpendicular distance between FFD and B cannot be zero)

Que 3.6. Find forces in the members EC, FC and FD of the truss
shown in Fig. 3.6.1.
G H
1000 N 
5m
3m

E F
FEC FFC 
FFD
1 1
3m

C D

5m 3m

HA A B

RA
4m RB = 2250 N
Fig. 3.6.1.

Answer

Given : Fig. 3.6.1.

To Find : Forces in the members EC, FC and FD.
1. From geometry of Fig. 3.6.1.
3
cos  = = 0.6
5
4
and sin  = = 0.8
5
2. Draw the FBD of the portion above section 1 – 1 (Fig. 3.6.2).
3. Consider the equilibrium of the FBD of the drawn portion,
MF = 0
– FEC × 4 + 1000 × 3 = 0
FEC = 750 N
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G H
1000N 

FFC sin 
E F
FFC 
FEC FFD

FFC cos 

Fig. 3.6.2.
4. Consider the condition of equilibrium at point F,
Fx = 0
FFC sin  = 1000
FFC × 0.8 = 1000
 FFC = 1250 N
and Fy = 0
FEC + FFD + FFC cos  = 0
750 + FFD + 1250 × 0.6 = 0
FFD = – 1500 N
5. So, direction of FFD is opposite to our assumed direction hence it is
compressive in nature.

Analysis of Simple Trusses by Method of Joints.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 3.7. Write the procedure of method of joints in truss analysis.

Answer
Procedure of method of joints is as follows :
Step 1 : Determine the inclinations of all inclined members.
Step 2 :
1. Look for a joint at which there are only two unknowns.
2. If such a joint is not available, determine the reactions at the
supports, and then at the supports these unknowns may reduce to
only two.
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Step 3 :
1. Now there are two equations of equilibrium for the forces meeting
at the joint and two unknown forces. Hence, the unknown forces
can be determined.
2. If the assumed direction of unknown force is opposite, the value
will be negative. Then reverse the direction and proceed.
Step 4 : On the diagram of the truss, mark arrows on the members near
the joint analysed to indicate the forces on the joint. At the other end,
mark the arrows in the reverse direction.
Step 5 : Look for the next joint where there are only two unknown
forces and analyse that joint.
Step 6 : Repeat steps 4 and 5 till forces in all the members are found.
Step 7 :
1. Determine the nature of forces in each member and tabulate the
results.
2. Note that if the arrow marks on a member are towards each other,
then the member is in tension and if the arrow marks are away from
each other, the member is in compression as shown in Fig. 3.7.1.

Tension
Compression
Fig. 3.7.1.

Que 3.8. Using method of joint determine the forces in each

member of the truss shown in Fig. 3.8.1.
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E

4m
A
D
B C
3m 4m 3m

10000 N 6000 N

Fig. 3.8.1.

Answer

Given : Fig. 3.8.1.

To Find : Forces in each member of truss.
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EF EF 4 4
1. From AFE, tan  =   
AF AB  BF 3  2 5
 = 38.66°
EF 4
2. In  BEF, tan =  =2
BF 2
= 63.43°
Fy= 0
RA + RD = 10000 + 6000 = 16000 N ...(3.8.1)
E

4m

   
A
B F C D
3m 4m 3m
RD
RA 10000 N 6000 N

Fig. 3.8.2.
3. Taking moment about A, MA = 0
10000 × 3 + 6000 × 7 – RD × 10 = 0
72000
RD = = 7200 N
10
4. From eq. (3.8.1), we have
RA = 8800 N
5. Considering equilibrium of joint A,
F AE

38.66°
A FAB
8800 N

Fig. 3.8.3.
Fx = 0
FAE cos 38.66° + FAB = 0 ...(3.8.2)
Fy = 0
FAE sin 38.66° + 8800 = 0
FAE = – 14086.81 N(Compressive)
From eq. (3.8.2), we get
FAB = – FAE cos 38.66° = 10999.92  11000 N (Tensile)
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6. Considering equilibrium of joint D,
F DE

38.66°
D
FDC
7200 N
Fig. 3.8.4.
Fy = 0
FDE sin 38.66° + 7200 = 0
FDE = – 11525.57 N (Compressive)
Fx = 0
FDE cos 38.66° + FDC = 0
FDC = – FDE cos 38.66°
FDC = 8999.934 9000 N (Tensile)
7. Considering equilibrium of joint B, we have
Fx = 0
FBC + FBE cos 63.43° – FBA = 0
Fy = 0
FBE sin 63.43° = 10000
FBE = 11180.82 N (Tensile)
FBC = – FBE cos 63.43° + FBA
= 5998.92 N (Tensile)
F BE

B 63.43°
F BC
FBA
10000 N
Fig. 3.8.5.
8. Considering equilibrium of joint C, we have
FCE

FCB 63.43° C FCD

6000 N
Fig. 3.8.6.
Fy = 0
FCE sin 63.43° = 6000
FCE = 6708.5 N (Tensile)
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Que 3.9. Determine the force in each member of the simple
equilateral truss Fig. 3.9.1.
A

2m

2m B

2m
75 kg
C
Fig. 3.9.1.

AKTU 2014-15, (I) Marks 10

Answer

Given : Fig. 3.9.1.

To Find : Force in each member of truss.

1. Consider the equilibrium of the entire frame,

MA = 0
RC × 2 – 735 × 2 cos 30º = 0
RC = 636.53 N
Fx = 0
RC + HA = 0
RA

HA A
2m
F3 60º F1
2m 60º B
60º F2
2m
75 kg
RC
C

735 N
Fig. 3.9.2.
HA = – RC = – 636.53 N
HA = – 636.53 N
Fy = 0
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RA – 735 = 0
RA = 735 N
2. Considering equilibrium of joint A,
RA = 735 N

A
F1
HA = – 636.53 N 60°

Fig. 3.9.3.
Fy = 0
F3 + F1 cos 60º = 735 ...(3.9.1)
Fx = 0
– 636.53 + F1 sin 60° = 0
636.53
F1 = = 735 N (Tensile)
sin 60º
3. From eq. (3.9.1), we get
F3 = 735 – F1 cos 60°
= 735 – 735 cos 60°
F3 = 367.5 N (Tensile)
4. Considering equilibrium of joint C,

F3

60º F2
30º
RC C
Fig. 3.9.4.
Fx = 0
RC – F2 cos 30º = 0
636.53 = F2 cos 30º
F2 = 735 N (Tensile)

Que 3.10. Compute the forces in all the members for the given
truss as shown in Fig. 3.10.1. Distance between A and C is 12 m.
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30º

60º D
A C
5m 500 N

Fig. 3.10.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 3.10.1, AC = 12 m

To Find : Forces in all members.
1. Consider the equilibrium of entire truss,
Fy = 0
RA + RC = 500 N ...(3.10.1)

90º 30º

120º
60º 30º
A C
5m D 500 N
RA RC
12 m

Fig. 3.10.2.

2. Taking moment about A, MA = 0

500 × 5 = RC × 12
RC = 208.33 N
3. From eq. (3.10.1), we get
RA = 500 – 208.33 = 291.67 N
4. Considering equilibrium of joint A,
F AB

30°
A FAD
RA

Fig. 3.10.3.
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Fy = 0
RA + FAB sin 30° = 0
291.67 + FAB × sin 30° = 0
FAB = 583.34 N (Compressive)
Fx = 0
FAD + FAB cos 60° = 0
FAD + (– 583.34) cos 30° = 0
FAD = 505.19 N (Tensile)
5. Considering the equilibrium of joint C,
FCB
30°
C
FCD
RC

Fig. 3.10.4.
Fy = 0
FCB sin 30° + RC = 0
FCB × sin 30 + 208.33 = 0
FCB = 416.66 N (Compressive)
Fx = 0
FCD + FCB cos 30° = 0
FCD + (– 416.66) cos 30° = 0
FCD = 360.84 N (Tensile)
6. Considering the equilibrium of joint D,
FDB

60° D
FDA FDC
500 N
Fig. 3.10.5.
Fy = 0
FDB sin 60° = 500
FDB = 577.35 N (Tensile)

Que 3.11. Determine the forces in all members of the truss as

shown in Fig. 3.11.1.
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B

60º C 30º
A D

3m 3m
Fig. 3.11.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 3.11.1.

To Find : Forces in all the members of truss.
1. Consider the equilibrium of entire truss,
Fy = 0
RA + RB = 20 kN ...(3.11.1)

20 kN
B

45
45º

60º C 30º
A E D
3m 3m
RA RB
Fig. 3.11.2.
2. Taking moment about A,
MA = 0
6RB = 20 × AE ...(3.11.2)
3. In  ABD, B = 90º
AB AB
 sin 30º = 
AD 6
AB = 6 sin 30º = 3 m
4. In  ABE, E = 90º
BE = 3 sin 60º = 2.6 m
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BE
 tan 60º =
AE
AE = BE cot 60º = 2.6 × cot 60°
AE = 1.5 m
5. From eq. (3.11.2), we have
6 RB = 20 × 1.5
6 RB = 30
RB = 5 kN
6. From eq. (3.11.1), we get
RA = 20 – RB
= 20 – 5
= 15 kN
7. Consider the equilibrium at joint A,
R A = 15

30º F
AB
A 60º
FAC
Fig. 3.11.3.
Fy = 0
15 + FAB cos 30º = 0
– 15
FAB = = – 17.32 kN = 17.32 kN (Compressive)
cos 30
Fx = 0
FAB cos 60° + FAC =0
FAC = – FAB cos 60° = – (– 17.32) cos 60°
= 8.66 kN (Tensile)
8. Consider the equilibrium at joint D,
F BD RB

30°
D
F DC
Fig. 3.11.4.
Fy = 0
5 + FBD sin 30° = 0
FBD = – 5/sin 30º = 10 kN (Compressive)
Fx = 0
FDC +FBD cos 30º = 0
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FDC = 10 cos 30° = 8.66 kN (Tensile)
9. Consider the equilibrium at joint B,
B
30º
60º
2 30º
.3 45º
17

15º
– FBC
=
F AB FBD
20 kN
Fig. 3.11.5.
Fy = 0
20 + FAB cos 30º + FBC cos 15º + FBD cos 60º = 0
20 – 17.32 cos 30º + FBC cos 15º – 10 cos 60º = 0
FBC  0

Que 3.12. Determine the forces in all member of the truss shown
in Fig. 3.12.1 and indicate the magnitude and nature of forces on the
diagram of the truss. All inclined members are at 60° to horizontal
and length of each member is 2 m. AKTU 2016-17, (I) Marks 10
40 kN 50 kN

B C

A E D

2m 2m
60 kN
Fig. 3.12.1.

Answer

Given : Fig. 3.12.1, length of each member = 2 m

To Find : Magnitude and nature of all the forces in the members of
truss.
1. Consider the equilibrium of the entire frame,
MA = 0
RD × 4 – 40 × 1 – 60 × 2 – 50 × 3 = 0
 RD = 77.5 kN
Fy = 0
RA + 77.5 = 40 + 60 + 50
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RA = 72.5 kN
2. Considering equilibrium at joint A,
Fy = 0
FAB sin 60° + RA = 0
72.5
FAB = – = 83.716 kN (Compressive)
sin 60
Fx = 0
FAE + (– 83.716) cos 60° = 0
FAE = 41.858 kN (Tensile)
F AB

A 60°
FAE

RA
Fig. 3.12.2.
4. Considering equilibrium at joint D,
Fy = 0
FDC sin 60° + RD = 0
77.5
FDC = – = 89.489 kN (Compressive)
sin 60
Fx = 0
FDE + (– 89.489) cos 60° = 0
FDE = 44.745 kN (Tensile)
FDC

60°
D
FDE

RD
Fig. 3.12.3.
5. Considering equilibrium at joint B,
Fy = 0
FBE sin 60° + FAB sin 60° + 40 = 0
 ( 72.5) – 40
 FBE = = 37.528 (Tensile)
sin 60
Fx = 0
FBC – FAB cos 60° + FBE cos 60° = 0
FBC = (– 83.716 – 37.528) × 0.5
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FBC = 60.622 kN (Compressive)
40 kN

F BC
B
60° 60°
60°

F AB FBE

Fig. 3.12.4.
6. Considering equilibrium at joint C,
Fy = 0
FCE sin 60° + 50 + FDC sin 60° = 0
 ( 77.5) – 50
FCE = = 31.754 kN (Tensile)
sin 60
50 kN

FBC
C
60° 60°
60°

FCD
FCE
Fig. 3.12.5.
7. Now the forces in all the members are known. The results are shown on
the diagram of the truss in Fig. 3.12.6.
40 kN 50 kN
B 60.622 C
754

89.
716

37.

489
31.
83.

528

A D
E
41.858 44.745
60 kN
RA = 72.5 kN RD = 77.5 kN
Fig. 3.12.6.

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Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 3.13. Write a short note on zero force members.

Answer
1. Zero force members are the members in which there is no force.
2. After knowing the members of zero forces, they can be eliminated while
calculating the forces in the members.
0 0
0

F F 0 F F
Fig. 3.13.1.
3. A member that joins two other collinear members, at right angles and if
no load is acting at that joint, then it will be a zero force member (member
with ‘L’, ‘T’ and ‘Y’ shapes).

Simple Beams and Support Reactions.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 3.14. What are the different types of beams ?

Answer
Following are the different types of beams :
i. Cantilever Beam :
1. A beam which is fixed at one end and free at the other end is known as
cantilever beam (Fig. 3.14.1).
2. At the fixed end, there will be fixing moment. Also at the fixed end,
there can be horizontal and vertical reactions, depending upon the type
of load acting on the beam.
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Fig. 3.14.1. Cantilever beam.

ii. Simply Supported Beam : A beam supported or resting freely on the

supports at its both ends is known as simply supported beam (Fig. 3.14.2).

Fig. 3.14.2. Simply supported beam.

iii. Overhanging Beam : If the end portion of a beam is extended beyond
the support, such beam is known as overhanging beam (Fig. 3.14.3).
Simply supported
Overhanging
portion
portion

Support
Fig. 3.14.3. Overhanging beam.
iv. Fixed Beam : A beam whose both ends are fixed or built-in-walls, is
known as fixed beam (Fig. 3.14.4). A fixed beam is also known as a built-
in or encastre beam. At the fixed ends, there will be fixing moments and
reactions.

Fig. 3.14.4. Fixed beam.

v. Continuous Beam : A beam which is provided more than two supports

as shown in Fig. 3.14.5, is known as continuous beam.

Fig. 3.14.5. Continuous beam.

Que 3.15. Discuss in short about the various types of supports.

Answer
Following are the various types of supports :
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i. Simple Support or Knife Edge Support : A beam supported on the
knife edges A and B is shown in Fig. 3.15.1. The reactions at A and B in
case of knife edge support will be normal to the surface of the beam.
Beam

A B
(a)

RA RB
(b )
Fig. 3.15.1.

ii. Roller Support : A beam supported on the rollers at points A and B is

shown in Fig. 3.15.2(a). The reaction in case of roller supports will be
normal to the surface on which roller is placed as shown in Fig. 3.15.2(b).

A B
(a)

RA RB
(b )
Fig. 3.15.2.

iii. Pin Joint (or Hinged) Support : A beam, which is hinged (or pin-
joint) at point A, is shown in Fig. 3.15.3. The reaction at the hinged end
may be either vertical or inclined depending upon the type of loading.

Fig. 3.15.3.

iv. Smooth Surface Support : Fig. 3.15.4 shows a body in contact with a
smooth surface. The reaction will always act normal to the support as
shown in Fig. 3.15.4.
Body

A
Smooth RA
surface
Fig. 3.15.4.
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v. Fixed or Built-in Support :
1. Fig. 3.15.5, shows the end A of a beam, which is fixed. Hence the support
at A is known as a fixed support.
2. The fixed support prevents the vertical movement and rotation of the
beam. Hence at the fixed support there can be horizontal reaction and
vertical reaction. Also there will be fixing moment at the fixed end.

Fig. 3.15.5.

Que 3.16. What are the different types of loading ? Explain.

Answer
Following are the different types of loading :
i. Concentrated or Point Load :
1. Fig. 3.16.1 shows a beam AB, which is simply supported at the ends A
and B. A load W is acting at the point C. This load is known as point load
(or concentrated load).
2. Hence any load acting at a point on a beam, is known as point load.
W

A B
C
RA RB
Fig. 3.16.1.

ii. Uniformly Distributed Load :

1. If a beam is loaded in such a way that each unit length of the beam
carries same intensity of the load, then that type of load is known as
uniformly distributed load which is written as UDL.
2. Fig. 3.16.2 shows a beam AB, which carries a uniformly distributed load.

A B

RA RB
Fig. 3.16.2.

iii. Uniformly Varying Load :

1. Fig. 3.16.3 shows a beam AB, which carries load in such a way that the
rate of loading on each unit length of the beam varies uniformly. This
type of load is known as uniformly varying load.
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2. The total load on the beam is equal to the area of the load diagram. The
total load acts at the center of gravity of the load diagram.

RA RB
Fig. 3.16.3.

Que 3.17. Determine the reactions at A for the cantilever beam

subjected to the distributed and concentrated loads Fig. 3.17.1.

Y
2 kN
4 kN/m X

3m 1.5 m 1.5 m
Fig. 3.17.1.

AKTU 2014-15, (I) Marks 10

Answer

Given : Fig. 3.17.1.

To Find : Reaction at A.
1. Consider the equilibrium of the beam,
Fy = 0
1
RA – ×3×4–2= 0
2
2 kN
4 kN/m
M
A
B C D
3m 1.5 m 1.5 m
RA
Fig. 3.17.2.
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RA = 2 + 6 = 8 kN
2. Taking moments about A,
MA = 0
1 2 
M –   3  4   3  – 2 × 4.5 = 0
2 3 
M = 21 kN-m
3. So, the reaction at A, RA = 8 kN
Moment, M = 21 kN-m

Que 3.18. Determine the reaction at support A and D in the

structure shown in Fig. 3.18.1.
80 kN
A B
C
D

3m 1m 0.5 m 4m
Fig. 3.18.1.

AKTU 2014-15, (I) Marks 10

Answer

Given : Fig. 3.18.1.

To Find : Reaction at support A and D.
1. Consider the FBD of the given beam for the section AB and consider its
equilibrium,

80 kN

A B
3m 1m

RA RB
Fig. 3.18.2.

Fy = 0
RA + RB = 80 kN
2. Taking moment about A, MA = 0
80 × 3 = 4 × RB
RB = 60 kN
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 RA = 80 – RB = 80 – 60 = 20 kN
3. Consider the FBD of the given beam for section BD and consider its
equilibrium,

60 kN
C D
B
0.5 4m

RC RD
Fig. 3.18.3.

Fy = 0
RC + RD = 60 kN
4. Taking moment about D, we have
MD = 0
RC × 4 = 60 × 4.5
RC = 67.5 kN
 RD = 60 – RC = 60 – 67.5 = – 7.5 kN
Here negative sign means that reaction will at C in downward direction.

Que 3.19. Determine the reactions at B and E of the beam, loaded

as shown in Fig. 3.19.1 below.

40 kN 20 kN
10 kN/m 10 kN/m

A B C D E F
2m 2m 2m 2m 2m

RB Fig. 3.19.1. RE

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Answer

Given : Fig. 3.19.1.

To Find : Reactions at B and E.
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1. Considering the equilibrium of the beam,
Fy = 0
RB + RE = 10 × 2 + 40 + 10 × 2 + 20
RB + RE = 100 kN ...(3.19.1)
2. Now taking moment about B, we have
MB = 0
– 10 × 2 × 1 + 40 × 2 + 10 × 2 × 5 – RE × 6 + 20 × 8 = 0
RE = 53.33 kN
3. From eq. (3.19.1), we get
RB = 100 – RE = 100 – 53.33
RB = 46.67 kN

Que 3.20. Calculate the support reactions in the given cantilever

beam as shown in Fig. 3.20.1.

40 kN/m 20 kN

50 kNm

A B

3m 1m 1m
Fig. 3.20.1.

AKTU 2015-16, (I) Marks 10

Answer

Given : Fig. 3.20.1.

To Find : Support reactions.

1. Considering the equilibrium of the beam,

Fy = 0

1
RA – × 3 × 40 – 20 = 0
2
RA = 80 kN
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2. Taking moment about point A, MA = 0

1 2
MA – × 3 × 40 × × 3 – 50 – 20 × 5 = 0
2 3
MA = 120 + 50 + 100
MA = 270 kN-m
60 kN 20 kN
40 kN/m
MA 50 kNm
B
A 2m

3m 1m 1m
RA
Fig. 3.20.2.

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4 Review of Particle
Dynamics

CONTENTS
Part-1 : Review of Particle Dynamics – ............. 4–2C to 4–11C
Rectilinear Motion

Part-2 : Plane Curvilinear Motion ..................... 4–11C to 4–23C

(Rectangular, Path and Polar
Coordinates)

Part-3 : Work, Kinetic Energy, Power ............. 4–23C to 4–29C

Potential Energy

Part-4 : Impulse, Momentum (Linear, ............. 4–29C to 4–34C

Angular)

Part-5 : Impact (Direct and Oblique) ................ 4–34C to 4–38C

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Review of Particle Dynamics – Rectilinear Motion.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Dynamics of Particle : The study of motion of a particle is
known as dynamics of particle. It is further divided into kinematics
and kinetics.
Rectilinear Motion : The motion of the body along a straight
line is called rectilinear motion. It is also known as one-
dimensional motion.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 4.1. What are the parameters used for defining the rectilinear
motion of a particle ?
OR
Define the following terms :
i. Displacement.
ii. Velocity.
iii. Acceleration.

Answer
Following are the parameters used for defining the rectilinear motion :
i. Displacement : It is defined as the change in position of the particle
during given interval of time. The displacement is a vector quantity and
it is dependent only on the initial and final position of the particle.
ii. Velocity : Velocity of a particle can be defined as the rate of change of
displacement with time.
ds
Mathematically, v=
dt
iii. Acceleration : Acceleration of a particle can be defined as the rate of
change of the velocity with time.
dv
Mathematically, a=
dt
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Que 4.2. Derive the equation of motion for a body moving in a

straight line by the method of integration.

Answer
The equation of motion of a body moving in a straight line may be
derived by integration as given below :
1
i. Derivation of s = ut + at2 :
2
1. Let a body is moving with a uniform acceleration a.
2. We know that,

d2 s d  ds 
2
= a or   = a
dt dt dt
 ds 
or d   = a dt
 dt 
3. Integrating the above equation,
 ds  ds
 d  dt  =  a dt
dt
or
= at + C1 ...(4.2.1)
where, C1 = Constant of integration.
ds
4. But = Velocity at any instant.
dt
When t = 0, the velocity is known as initial velocity which is represented
by u.
ds
 At, t = 0, = Initial velocity = u
dt
5. Substituting these values in eq. (4.2.1), we get
u = a × 0 + C1
C1 = u
Substituting the value of C1 in eq. (4.2.1), we get
ds
= at + u ...(4.2.2)
dt
6. Now, integrating eq. (4.2.2), we get
at 2
s= + ut + C2 ...(4.2.3)
2
where, C2 = Another constant of integration.
7. When t = 0, then s = 0. Substituting these values in eq. (4.2.3), we get
a
0= × 0 + u × 0 + C2
2
 C2 = 0
8. Substituting this value of C2 in eq. (4.2.3), we get
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1 2
s = ut + at
2
ii. Derivation of v = u + at :
1. From eq. (4.2.2), we have
ds
= at + u ...(4.2.4)
dt
ds
2. But represents the velocity at any time. After the time ‘t’ the velocity
dt
is known as final velocity, which is represented by v.
ds
 after time ‘t’ = Final velocity = v
dt
ds
3. Substituting the value of = v in eq. (4.2.4), we get
dt
v = u + at
iii. Derivation of v2 = u2 + 2as :
1. We know that, acceleration a is given by
v dv
a=
ds
v dv = ads ...(4.2.5)
2. Integrating eq. (4.2.5), we get
v2
= as + C3 ...(4.2.6)
2
where, C3 = Constant of integration.
3. When s = 0, the velocity is known as initial velocity.
 At s = 0, v=u
4. Substituting these values in eq. (4.2.6), we get

u2
= a × 0 + C3
2
u2
 C3 =
2
5. Substituting the value of C3 in eq. (4.2.6), we get
v2 u2
= as + or v2 = u2 + 2as
2 2
Que 4.3. Acceleration of a ship moving along a straight curve
varies directly as the square of its speed. If the speed drops from
3 m/sec to 1.5 m/sec in one minute, find the distance moved in this
period. AKTU 2013-14 , (II) Marks 10
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Answer

Given : a  v2, v1 = 3 m/sec , v2 = 1.5 m/sec, t = 1 min = 60 s

To Find : Distance moved.
1. Acceleration is given by,
a = Kv2 ...(4.3.1)
dv
= Kv2
dt
dv
= Kdt
v2
2. On integrating both sides,
1.5 60
dv
3 v2 = K 0 dt
1.5
 v 21  60
  = K[ t ]0
  2  1 3
1.5
 1 
= K × 60
  v  3

 1 1
  1.5  3  = 60 K
1
 = 60 K
3
K = – 5.55 × 10–3
3. From eq. (4.3.1.), we get
a = – 5.55 × 10–3 v2
vdv
= – 5.55 × 10–3 v2
ds
dv
= – 5.55 × 10–3 ds
v
4. On integrating both sides,
[ln v]1.5
3 = [– 5.55 × 10
–3 s] s
0
ln 1.5 – ln 3 = – 5.55 × 10–3 s
s = 124.89 m

Que 4.4. Derive the formula for the distance travelled in nth
second.

Answer
1. Let, u = Initial velocity of a body.
a = Acceleration of the body.
sn = Distance covered in n second.
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sn – 1 = Distance covered in (n – 1) seconds.
2. Then distance travelled in the nth seconds
= Distance travelled in n seconds –
Distance travelled in (n – 1) seconds
= sn – sn – 1
3. Distance travelled in n seconds is obtained by substituting t = n in the
following equation,
1 2
s = ut + at
2
1
 sn = un + an2
2
1
Similarly, sn – 1 = u(n – 1) + a(n – 1)2
2
4. Distance travelled in the nth seconds
= sn – sn – 1
 1   1 
=  un  an2   u(n  1)  a( n  1)2 
 2   2 
1 2  1 
= un  an  un  u  a(n2  1  2n) 
2  2 
1 2 1 1 1
= un  an  un  u  an 2  a  a  2n
2 2 2 2
1 a
= an  u  a  u  (2n  1)
2 2
Que 4.5. Write down the equation of motion due to gravity.

Answer
Following are the equation of motion due to gravity :
i. For Downward Motion :
a= +g
v = u + gt
1 2
s = h = ut + gt
2
v2 – u2 = 2gh
ii. For Upward Motion :
a= –g
v = u – gt
1 2
s = h = ut – gt
2
v2 – u2 = – 2gh
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Que 4.6. A stone is dropped into a well and is heard to strike the
water after 4 seconds. Find the depth of the well if the velocity of
sound is 350 m/sec. AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 05

Answer

Given : t = 4 sec, velocity of sound = 350 m/sec

To Find : Depth of the well.
1. Let, h = Depth of well.
t1 = Time taken by stone to strike water.
t2 = Time taken by sound to reach from surface of
water to top of well.
2. So, total time, t = t1 + t2 = 4 ...(4.6.1)
3. Considering downward motion of stone and using the relation
1
s = ut + gt2, we have
2
1
h = 0 × t1 + × 9.81 × t12
2
h = 4.905 t12
4. Considering the motion of sound, the time taken by the sound to reach
from surface of water to top of well is given by,
Depth of well h 4.905 t12
t2 =  
Speed of sound 350 350
( h = 4.905 t12 )
5. From eq. (4.6.1), we have

4.905 t12
t1 + =4
350

350 t1 + 4.905 t12 = 1400

 4.905 t12 + 350 t1 – 1400 = 0

6. Solution of the quadratic equation given as,

 350  350 2  4  4.905  1400  350  387.26

t1 = 
2  4.905 9.81
Taking the +ve root ; t1 = 3.798 sec

7. Depth of well, h = 4.905 t12 = 4.905 × (3.798)2 = 70.75 m

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Que 4.7. Acceleration of particle is defined by a = 21 – 21s2, where
a is acceleration in m/sec2 and s is in metres. The particle starts
with rest at s = 0, Determine (a) velocity when s = 1.5 m, (b) the
position where velocity is again zero, (c) the position where the
velocity is maximum. AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 10

Answer

Given : a = 21 – 21 s2, u = 0
To Find : i. Velocity when s = 1.5 m.
ii. The position where velocity is again zero.
iii. The position where the velocity is maximum.
1. Velocity when s = 1.5 m,
dv
a= v = 21 – 21 s2
ds
v 1.5
 vdv =  (21  21 s2 )ds
0 0
1.5
v2  21 s3 
=  21s  
2  3 0
 (1.5)3 
v2 = 2  21  1.5  21  
 3 
v2 = 15.75
v = 3.97 m/sec
2. Position where velocity is again zero,
dv
v = 21 – 21s2
ds
2
 v d v =  (21  21s ) ds
v2 21s 3
= 21s – +C ...(4.7.1)
2 3
Here C is integration constant.
3. At s = 0, v = 0, from eq. (4.7.1), we have
C=0
Put the value of C in eq. (4.7.1), we get
 21s3 
v2 = 2  21s  ...(4.7.2)
 3 
4. For v = 0, we have
21s 3
21s – =0
3
3
3s – s = 0
s(3 – s2) = 0
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s = 0, s2 = 3  s =  3
The velocity will be again zero at s = 1.732 m
5. On differentiating the eq. (4.7.2) w.r.t s,
dv  s2 
2v = 2  21  21  3 
ds  3
dv 21  21s2
= ...(4.7.3)
ds v
dv
6. For maximum or minimum velocity, =0
ds
0 = (21 – 21s2)
s2 = 1  s=±1
7. At s = 1 m, from eq. (4.7.2)
  21  
v= 2 (21  1)     = 5.29 m/sec
  3 
8. Now, again differentiating the eq. (4.7.3) w.r.t s, we get
 d2 v  d v  2 
v 2    = (– 21 × 2 s) ...(4.7.4)
 ds  
 ds 
9. At s = 1 m, from eq. (4.7.3)
dv 21  21s 2 21  21
=  =0
ds v v
dv
10. Now substituting = 0 and s = 1 in eq. (4.7.4), we get
ds
d2 v 42  42
2
=   = – 7.94
ds v 5.29
d2 v
As at s = 1 m is negative, therefore velocity is maximum at 1 m.
ds2
Que 4.8. A car starts from rest on a curved road of 200 m radius
and accelerates at a constant tangential acceleration of 0.5 m/sec2.
Determine the distance and time which the car will travel before
the total acceleration attained by it becomes 0.75 m/sec2.
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Answer

Given : R = 200 m, at = 0.5 m/sec2, a = 0.75 m/sec2, u = 0

To Find : Distance and time for which the car travel.
1. We know that,
Final acceleration2 = Normal acceleration2 + Tangential acceleration2
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(0.75)2 = an2 + (0.5)2
an2 = 0.3125 m/sec2
an = 0.559 m/sec2
2. Normal acceleration is given by,
2
an = v
R
v2 = an × R = 0.559 × 200
v2 = 111.8
v = 10.57 m/sec
3. We know that, v = u + at t ( Initial velocity, u = 0)
10.57 = 0.5 t
10.57
t= = 21.14 sec
0.5
4. Also we known that,
v2 = u2 + 2at s
2
v 2 10.57
s=  ( u = 0)
2at 2  0.5
s = 111.725 m

Que 4.9. An automobile is accelerated at the rate of 0.8 m/sec2 as

it travels from station A to station B. If the speed of the automobile
is 36 km/h as it passes station A, determine the time required for
automobile to reach B and its speed as it passes station B. The
distance between A and B is 250 m. AKTU 2013-14, (II) Marks 05

Answer

5
Given : a = 0.8 m/sec2, s = 250 m , u = 36 km/h = 36  = 10 m/sec
18
To Find : Time taken to reach B and speed as it passes station B.
1. We know that,
1 2
s = ut + at
2
1
250 = 10t + × 0.8 × t2
2
250 = 10t + 0.4t2
0.4t2 + 10t – 250 = 0
– 10  (10)2 – 4  0.4  (– 250)
t=
2  0.4
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– 10  100  400
=
0.8
t = 15.45 sec
2. Also, we know that
v2 = u2 + 2as
v2 = (10)2 + 2 × 0.8 × 250 = 500
v = 22.36 m/sec

Plane Curvilinear Motion (Rectangular, Path and

Polar Coordinates).

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Curvilinear Motion : The motion of a body in a plane along a
circular path is known as plane curvilinear motion.
Equation of Motion for Curvilinear Motion :
 = 0 + t
2 = 02 + 2
1 2
 =  0t + t
2
where, 0 = Initial angular velocity (rad/sec)
 = Final angular velocity (rad/sec)
 = Angular acceleration (rad/sec2)
 = Angular displacement (rad)
t = Time (sec)
Projectile Motion : Curvilinear motion with constant acceleration
can be considered as the combination of two rectilinear motions
occurring simultaneously along two mutually perpendicular x and y
directions. This motion is known as projectile motion.
Example : Motion of a missile or a ball hit in air.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 4.10. What are the parameters required for defining the
curvilinear motion of a body ?
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Define the following terms :
i. Angular displacement.
ii. Angular velocity.
iii. Angular acceleration.

Answer
Following are the parameters required for defining the curvilinear
motion of the body :
i. Angular Displacement : The displacement of a body in rotation is
called angular displacement, and it is measured in terms of the angle
through which the body moves from the initial state.
ii. Angular Velocity : The rate of change of angular displacement of a
body with respect to time is called angular velocity. If the body traverses
angular distance d over a time interval dt, then the average angular
velocity is given by,
d
=
dt
iii. Angular Acceleration : The rate of change of angular velocity of a
body with respect to time is called angular acceleration.
d d  d  d 2
Mathematically, =   
dt dt  dt  dt2

Que 4.11. Write down the relationship between angular motion

and linear motion.

Answer
1. If r is the distance of the particle from the centre of rotation, then
s = r
2. The tangential velocity of the particle is called as linear velocity and is
denoted by v. Then
ds d
v= r
dt dt
3. The linear acceleration of the particle in tangential direction at is given
by
dv d 2
at = r 2
dt dt
Que 4.12. If crank OA rotates with an angular velocity of
= 12 rad/sec, determine the velocity of piston B and the angular
velocity of rod AB at the instant shown in the Fig. 4.12.1.
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0.6 m

0.3 m
12 rad/sec

O 30º

B
Fig. 4.12.1.

Answer

Given : OA = 12 rad/sec, OA = 0.3 m, AB = 0.6 m,  = 30º,

To Find : i. Velocity of piston B.
ii. Angular velocity of rod AB.
1. Applying the sine rule in the OAB (Fig. 4.12.2),
OA AB
=
sin 30 sin 
0.3 0.6
=
(1 / 2) sin 
sin  = 1
 = 90°
So this is the right angle triangle.

0.
6
m
0.3 m 12 rad/sec

 30º
B
O
Fig. 4.12.2.
2. The length of the link,

OB = AB2  OA2
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= 0.62  0.32 = 0.5196 m = 0.52 m
3. Velocity of point A,
vA = rOA = OA × OA = 0.3 × 12 = 3.6 m/sec
4. Angular velocity of rod AB,
vA 3.6
AB = = = 6 rad/sec
AB 0.6
5. And the velocity at point B, vB = OB × OA
= 0.52 × 12 = 6.24 m/sec

Que 4.13. A wheel that is rotating at 300 rpm attains a speed of

180 rpm after 20 seconds. Determine the acceleration of the flywheel
assuming it to be uniform. Also determine the time taken to come to
rest from a speed of 300 rpm if the acceleration remains the same
and number of revolutions made during this time.
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Answer
2  (300)
Given : N0 = 300 rpm, 0 = = 31.4159 rad/sec
60
2  180
N = 180 rpm,  = = 18.8495 rad/sec, t = 20 sec
60
To Find : i. Acceleration of the flywheel.
ii. Time taken to come to rest from a speed of 300 rpm.
iii. Number of revolutions.
1. We know that,  = 0 +  t ...(4.13.1)
18.8495 = 31.4159 +  × (20)
 = – 0.62832 rad/sec2
2. If  = 0, (for rest) then from eq. (4.13.1),
0 = 31.4159 + (– 0.62832) × t
t = 49.99984 = 50 sec
Hence time taken to come to rest = 50 sec.
3. Also we know that, 2 = 02 + 2
0 = (31.4159)2 + 2 × (– 0.62832) × 
 = 785.395 rad
4. Total revolutions made by flywheel
785.395
= = 124.999  125
2
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Que 4.14. Discuss the curvilinear motion of a body in rectangular

coordinates.

Answer
1. Consider a particle moving in the XY-plane. Let its position at an instant

of time be A, whose position vector is r as shown in Fig. 4.14.1.
Y

x A


r y

X
Fig. 4.14.1.
2. If x and y be the rectangular coordinates of the point A, then its position

vector r can be expressed as

ˆ ˆ
r = xi  yj ...(4.14.1)
3. Then velocity vector can be obtained by differentiating eq. (4.14.1) with
respect to time, i.e.,

 d r dx ˆ dy ˆ
v = dt  dt i  dt j

= v x iˆ  v y ˆj ...(4.14.2)

where vx and vy are x and y components of velocity v (Fig. 4.14.2).

vy 
v
Y
A 
v vx


r

X
Fig. 4.14.2.
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4. The magnitude and direction of instantaneous velocity can be expressed
in terms of its components as,
 vy 
v= v2x  v 2y and v = tan– 1  
 vx 
The direction of this instantaneous velocity is tangential to the path of
the particle at that instant.
5. If the equation of path of the particle is known in the form, y = f(x), then
it can be proved that the direction of velocity vector coincides with the
slope of the curve or tangent to the curve at that point.
6. Similarly, the acceleration vector can be obtained by differentiating
eq. (4.14.2) with respect to time, i.e.,
  

a = d v  d v x iˆ  d v y ˆj
dt dt dt
d2 x ˆ d2 y ˆ
= i 2 j
dt 2 dt
= ax iˆ  ay ˆj
where axand ay are x and y components of acceleration.
7. The magnitude and direction of instantaneous acceleration in terms of
its components are,
 ay 
a= a2x  a2y and a = tan– 1  
 ax 

Que 4.15. The x and y coordinates of the position of a particle

moving in curvilinear motion are defined by x = 2 + 3t2 and y = 3 + t3.
Determine the particle’s position, velocity and acceleration at t = 3 sec.

Answer

Given : x = 2 + 3t2, y = 3 + t3
To Find : Particle’s position, velocity and acceleration at t = 3 sec.
1. It is given that,
x = 2 + 3t2 and y = 3 + t3
Therefore, the x and y components of velocity and acceleration can be
obtained by differentiating successively the above expressions with
respects to time.
dx dy
 vx = = 6t, vy = = 3t2
dt dt
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and ax = 2 = 6, ay = = 6t
dt dt 2
2. Particle’s position at t = 3 sec,
x(3) = 2 + 3(3)2 = 29 m
y(3) = 3 + (3)3 = 30 m
3. Magnitude and direction of position vector at t = 3 sec are,

r= x 2  y2 = 292  302 = 41.73 m

 1  y  1  30 
and r = tan   = tan   = 45.97°
x 29
4. Particle’s velocity at t = 3 sec,
vx(3) = 6(3) = 18 m/sec
vy(3) = 3(3)2 = 27 m/sec
5. Magnitude of velocity at time t = 3 sec is given by,

v= v2x  v 2y = 182  272 = 32.45 m/sec

6. Its inclination with respect to the X-axis is given by,

1
vy   27 
v = tan   = tan  1   = 56.31°
 vx   18 
7. Particle’s acceleration at t = 3 sec,
ax(3) = 6 m/sec2
ay(3) = 6(3) = 18 m/sec2
8. Magnitude of acceleration at t = 3 sec is given by,

a= a2x  a2y = 62  182 = 18.97 m/sec2

9. Its inclination with respect to the X-axis is given by,
a   18 
a = tan  1  y  = tan  1   = 71.57°
 ax   6

Que 4.16. Write down the equations of projectile motion and

derive expression for the various terms associated with projectile
motion.

Answer
A. Equation of Motion for Projectile Motion :
i. Motion along the X-direction (Uniform Motion) :
ax = 0 ...(4.16.1)
vx = v0 cos  ...(4.16.2)
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x = (v 0 cos ) t ...(4.16.3)
ii. Motion along the Y-direction (Uniform Accelerated Motion) :
ay = – g ...(4.16.4)
vy = v0 sin  – gt ...(4.16.5)
vy2 = (v 0 sin )2 – 2gy ...(4.16.6)
1 2
y = (v 0 sin ) t – gt ...(4.16.7)
2
Y

vy v
vx

vx
v0 v x
v 0 sin 

v y v

O v cos  X
0
Fig. 4.16.1. Projectile motion.

B. Derivation of Various Terms :

i. Time Taken to Reach Maximum Height and Time of Flight :
1. When the particle reaches the maximum height, we know that the
vertical component of velocity i.e., vy is zero. Therefore, from the
eq. (4.16.5), we have
0 = v0 sin  – gt
2. Hence, the time taken to reach the maximum height is,
v0 sin 
t= ...(4.16.8)
g
3. Since the time of ascent is equal to the time of descent, the total time
taken for the projectile to return to the same level of projection is,

2 v0 sin 
T=
g
ii. Maximum Height Reached :
1. Substituting the value of time of ascent in the eq. (4.16.7), we get
2
 v sin   1  v 0 sin  
y = v 0 sin   0   2 g  
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v02 sin 2  1  v02 sin 2   v2

=  g 2  = 0 sin 2 
g 2  g  2g
2. Hence, the maximum height reached is,

v02 sin 2 
hmax =
2g
iii. Range :
1. The horizontal distance between the point of projection and point of
return of projectile to the same level of projection is termed as range.
2. Hence, range is obtained by substituting the value of total time of flight
in the eq. (4.16.3),
R = (v 0 cos )T

 2 v sin  
= (v0 cos  )  0 
 g 
3. Since, sin 2 = 2 sin  cos , we can write,

v20 sin 2
R=
g

Que 4.17. A ball is thrown from the ground with a velocity of

20 m/sec at an angle of 30° to the horizontal. Determine :
i The velocity of the ball at t = 0.5 sec and t = 1.5 sec.
ii. Total time of flight of the ball.
iii. Maximum height reached.
iv. Range of the ball.
v. Maximum range.

Answer

Given : v0 = 20 m/sec,  = 30°

To Find : i. The velocity of the ball at t = 0.5 s and t = 1.5 sec.
ii. Total time of flight of the ball.
iii. Maximum height reached.
iv. Range of the ball.
v. Maximum range.
1. The initial velocity of the ball can be resolved into horizontal and vertical
components as,
v0x = v0 cos = 20 cos 30° = 17.32 m/sec
and v0y = v0 sin = 20 sin 30° = 10 m/sec
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5.1 m/sec
18.06 m/sec
 20 cos 30°
20 cos 30° 
20
20 sin 30° 17.95 m/sec
4.72 m/sec

 = 30°
O X
20 cos 30°
35.31 m
Fig. 4.17.1.

2. We know that the horizontal component of velocity always remains

constant and only the vertical component of velocity varies with time.
Thus,
vy(0.5) = v0 sin  – gt
= 10 – 9.81 (0.5) = 5.1 m/sec
3. The total velocity at that instant is obtained by,

v(0.5 sec) = v2x  v 2y

= (17.32)2  (5.12 ) = 18.06 m/sec

And its inclination with respect to the X-axis is obtained by,
v 
 = tan  1  y 
 vx 

 1  5.1 
= tan   = 16.41°
17.32 
4. Similarly, vy(1.5 sec) = 10 – 9.81(1.5) = – 4.72 m/sec

 v= v2x  v 2y

= (17.32) 2  ( 4.72)2 = 17.95 m/sec

v   4.72 
 = tan  1  y  = tan  1   = 15.24°
 vx  17.32 
5. We know that total time of flight of the ball is given by,
2v0 sin  2(10)
T=  = 2.04 sec (v0 sin  = 10)
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6. Maximum height reached by the ball is given by,

v20 sin 2  (10)2
h=  = 5.1 m
2g 2  9.81
7. Range of the projectile is given by,

v20 sin 2 (20)2 sin 60

R= = = 35.31 m
g 9.81

v20 (20)2
8. Maximum range, Rmax =  = 40.77 m (2  = 90°)
g 9.81

Que 4.18. Discuss the curvilinear motion of a body in polar

coordinates.

Answer
1. Consider a particle moving in a curvilinear path as shown in Fig. 4.18.1(a).
2. Let it be at a point A at a particular instant of time. Its position is then
 
specified by the radial vector r and inclination or r with respect X-axis,

i.e., . The instantaneous velocity v of the particle is tangential to the
path at that instant.
3. This tangential velocity can be resolved into orthogonal components
along the radial and transverse directions.

4. For this, let us consider unit vector eˆr and ê along the radial and
transverse directions respectively as shown in Fig. 4.18.1 (a).

v

v

vr e^r
^
e
^
e ^
er
 A ^
e
^e r
r
^   ^
er
e

O X
(a) (b )

Fig. 4.18.1.
5. As the particle moves from point A to another point in a small interval of
time, we can see that the directions of unit vectors also change. To
determine this change in unit vectors, we proceed as follows.
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6. Draw the unit vectors with a common origin as shown in Fig. 4.18.1(b).
Let the unit vector along the direction of radial vector at a later instant
of time be eˆr and along the transverse direction ê . As we let the time
interval t  0 then the angle  0.
7. In the limiting case, we have
eˆr deˆr
lim =  eˆ
  0  d
eˆr deˆ
and lim =   eˆr
  0 d
8. That is, in the limiting case, the change in radial unit vector points in the
direction of angular unit vector and the change in angular unit vector
points in the direction opposite to that of the radial unit vector.
9. The radius vector can be expressed as a product of the radial distance
and the unit vector along that direction, i.e.,

r = reˆr
10. Differentiating it with respect to time, we can get the expression for
velocity as,

 dr
v =
dt
dr deˆ
= eˆr  r r
dt dt
dr deˆ d
= eˆr  r r
dt d dt
dr d
= eˆr  r eˆ
dt dt
   
v = r eˆr  r  eˆ
11. Differentiating the above expression with respect to time, we get the
expression for acceleration as,
  ˆ
 de     deˆ
a = r eˆr  r r  r  eˆ  r  eˆ  r  
dt dt
 ˆr d   
 de  ˆ d
 de
= r eˆr  r  r  eˆ  r  eˆ  r  
d dt d dt
      
= r eˆr  r  eˆ  r  eˆ  r  eˆ  r ()2 eˆr
  
  
a = [ r  r()2 ] eˆr  [r  2 r ] eˆ
Here single and double dots shows the single and double differentiation
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Que 4.19. The motion of a particle is defined as r = 2t2 and  = t,

where r is in metres,  is in radians and t is in seconds. Determine
the velocity and acceleration of the particle at t = 2 sec.

Answer

Given : r = 2t2,  = t
To Find : Velocity and acceleration of the particle at t = 2 sec.
1. Differentiating the radial and angular displacement functions, we have
 
r = 4t,  = 1
 
r = 4,  = 0
2. We know that velocity vector is given as,
  
v = r eˆr  r  eˆ
3. Substituting the values, we have

2
v = (4 t) eˆr  (2t )(1) eˆ
4. Hence, the velocity at t = 2 sec is obtained by,

2
v = (4  2) eˆr  2  (2)  (1) eˆ
= 8 eˆr  8 eˆ

|v| = 82  82 = 11.31 m/sec
5. The acceleration vector is given by,
     
a = [ r  r()2 ] eˆr  [r   2 r ] eˆ
= [(4)  2t2 (1)2 ] eˆr  [2t 2 (0)  2(4 t) (1)] eˆ
6. Hence, the acceleration at t = 2 s is obtained by,

a = [(4)  2(2)2 ] eˆr  [(8)(2)] eˆ =  4 eˆr  16eˆ

2
| a| = (4)2  (16)2 = 16.49 m/sec

Work, Kinetic Energy, Power, Potential Energy.

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Que 4.20. Define work done and discuss its special cases.

Answer
A. Work Done : Work done in general is defined as a product of the
component of the force in the direction of motion and the displacement.
Mathematically, W = (F cos )s
where, F = Force in the direction of motion.
s = Displacement.
s
F


Force acting at an angle 

Fig. 4.20.1.
B. Special Cases :
i. When the Displacement (s) is Zero :
1. Even though forces may act on a particle, if there is no displacement of
the particle then no work is done on the particle.
2. Consider a block resting on a table. In its free-body diagram, we see that
even though its weight W and normal reaction R are acting on it, they do
no work on the block as there is no displacement of the block.
W

R
Fig. 4.20.2.
ii. When the Motion is at Right Angle to the Direction of the Forces :
1. When the motion is at right angle to the direction of the forces, we see
that = 90° and hence, cos  = 0. Thus, work done is zero.
2. Consider a block moving along a horizontal plane as shown in
Fig. 4.20.3. Since the displacement is at right angles to the direction of
the forces, namely, its weight and normal reaction, the two forces do not
work on the block.
W
P
P

R
Fig. 4.20.3.

iii. When the Motion is in the Direction of Force :

1. In this case,  = 0°
 W = Fs ( cos 0° = 1)
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Que 4.21. A block of 10 kg mass resting on a rough horizontal

plane is pulled by an inclined force P as shown Fig. 4.21.1, at a
constant velocity over a distance of 5 m. The coefficient of kinetic
friction between the contact planes is 0.2. Sketch the free body
diagram of the block showing all the forces acting on it. Also,
determine (i) the work done by each force acting on the free body,
and (ii) the total work done on the block.
P
30°

Fig. 4.21.1.

Answer

Given : m = 10 kg, s = 5 m,  = 30°,  = 0.2

To Find : i. Work done by each force acting on the free body.
ii. Total work done on the block.
1. The free-body diagram of the block is shown in Fig. 4.21.2. As there is no
motion along the Y-direction,
 Fy = 0
R + P sin 30° – 10 g = 0
 R = 10 g – P sin 30° ...(4.21.1)
2. Since the block is moving with constant velocity along the horizontal
direction, its acceleration in that direction is zero. Hence, we can write
Fx = 0
P cos 30° – F = 0
P cos 30° –  R = 0 ( F = R) ...(4.21.2)
P sin 30°
10 g P

P cos 30°
F

R
Fig. 4.21.2.

3 Substituting the value of R from eq. (4.21.1) in eq. (4.21.2), we have

P cos 30° –  (10g – P sin 30°) = 0
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10 g 10(0.2)(9.81)
P= =
[cos 30   sin 30] [cos 30  (0.2) sin 30]
= 20.31 N
4. Force of friction is given by,
F = P cos 30° = 20.31 cos 30° = 17.59 N
5. Work done by the horizontal component of P, i.e., P cos  is,
(W)Pcos = 20.31 cos 30° × 5 = 87.95 J
6. Work done by the frictional force is given by,
WF = – 17.59 × 5 = – 87.95 J
7. Since the other forces acting on the block, P sin, mg and R are all
perpendicular to the direction of displacement of the block, the work
done by each of them is zero.
8. The total work done on the block is the algebraic sum of works done by
each of the forces acting on the block.
 W = 87.95 – 87.95 = 0
Alternatively, we could say that as the block moving with constant
velocity, the resultant force acting on it is zero, hence, the work done on
the block is zero.

Que 4.22. Define kinetic energy and also derive an expression for
it.

Answer
A. Kinetic Energy : The energy that a body possesses by the virtue of its
motion is known as kinetic energy.

1
Mathematically, KE = m v2
2
B. Mathematical Expression for Kinetic Energy :
1. Consider a body of mass m starting from rest. Let it be subjected to an
accelerating force F and after covering a distance s, its velocity
becomes v.
 Initial velocity, u=0
2. Now, work done on the body = Force × Distance
= Fs ...(4.22.1)
3. But, Force = Mass × Acceleration
 F = ma
4. Substituting the value of F in eq. (4.22.1), we get
Work done = m × (as) ...(4.22.2)
5. But from equation of motion, we have
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v2 – u2 = 2as or v2 – 02 = 2as ( u = 0)
2
v
as =
2
6. Substituting the value of as in eq. (4.22.2), we have
v2
Work done =m
2
7. But work done on the body is equal to KE possessed by the body.
1
 KE = mv2
2

Que 4.23. Write a short note on power.

Answer
1. Power is defined as the rate at which work is done. The capacity of an
engine or a machine used to do work is normally expressed as its rated
power.
2. If W is the total work done in a time interval t, then average power is
given by,
Total work done W
Pavg =  ...(4.23.1)
T ime taken t
3. The instantaneous power, i.e., power at a particular instant of time is
given by,
dW d( Fs)
P=  ...(4.23.2)
dt dt
4. The force can be assumed to be constant over this infinitesimally small
time interval dt. Hence, we can write the above expression as :
Fds
P=  Fv ...(4.23.3)
dt
5. In SI system of units, the unit of power is Joule per second (J/sec), also
called watt (W).

Que 4.24. A car of 2 ton mass starts from rest and accelerates at a
uniform rate to reach a speed of 60 kmph in 20 seconds. If the
frictional resistance is 600 N/ton, determine the driving power of
the engine when it reaches a speed of 60 kmph.

Answer

Given : u = 0, v = 60 kmph = 16.67 m/sec, m = 2 ton = 2000 kg,

f = 600 N/ton
To Find : Power.
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1. We know that,
v = u + at

v  u 16.67  0
 a=  = 0.8335 m/sec2
t 20
2. The kinetic equation of motion of the car is given by,
F – f = ma
where, F = Driving force.
f = Force of friction.
 F = f + ma
= (600)(2) + (2 × 103)(0.8335) = 2867 N
3. Driving power of the engine when the car is moving at 60 kmph is given
by,
P = Fv
= (2867)(16.67) = 47792.89 W = 47.8 kW

Que 4.25. Define potential energy and also give principle of

conservation of mechanical energy.

Answer
A. Potential Energy : It is defined as the capacity to do work by virtue of
its position. There are many types of potential energies such as
gravitational, electrical, elastic, etc.
Mathematically, PE = mgh
B. Principle of Conservation of Mechanical Energy :
1. If a body is subjected to a conservative system of forces, (say gravitational
force) then its mechanical energy remains constant for any position in
the force field.
2. Consider a body either sliding down a smooth incline or freely falling.
Since it is initially at rest, all of its energy is potential energy.
3. As it accelerates downwards, some of its potential energy is converted
into kinetic energy.
4. At the bottom of the incline or at the ground level, the energy will be
purely kinetic, assuming the bottom of the slope or the ground level as
the datum for potential energy.
5. By the principle of conservation of energy, we see that the loss in potential
energy is equal to the gain in kinetic energy.
Mathematically,
(PE)i – (PE)f = (KE)f – (KE)i
6. On rearranging, we have
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(PE) + (KE) = Constant
7. Thus, we see that the total mechanical energy, i.e., sum of potential and
kinetic energies remain constant. This is known as principle of
conservation of mechanical energy.

Que 4.26. A ball is dropped from the top of a tower. If it reaches the
ground with a velocity of 30 m/sec, determine the height of the tower
by the conservation of energy method.

Answer

Given : v = 30 m/sec
To Find : Height of the tower.
1. By the principle of conservation of energy, we know that the total
mechanical energy remains constant. Hence, the total energy at the top
of the tower must be equal to that at the base of the tower i.e.,
(KE + PE)top = (KE + PE)base
2. Since the ground surface is taken as the datum, the potential energy at
the top is mgh [where h is height of the tower] and that at the bottom is
zero. If v is the velocity of the ball at the base, we can write
1
0 + mgh = m v2  0
2
v2 (30)2
h= = = 45.87 m
2g 2(9.81)

Impulse, Momentum (Linear and Angular).

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Momentum : The product of mass and velocity of a body is known as
momentum. Mathematically, p = mv
Impulse : The product of the force and time is known as impulse.
Mathematically, I = Ft
Conservation of Linear Momentum : When no external forces act
on bodies forming a system, the momentum of the system is conserved
i.e., the initial momentum of the system is equal to final momentum of
the system.
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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 4.27. Derive impulse-momentum equation.

Answer
1. Let, F = Net force acting on a rigid body in the direction of motion
through CG of the body.
m = Mass of the rigid body.
a = Acceleration of the body.
2. We know that,
dv  d v
F = ma = m a 
dt  
dt 
Fdt = mdv
3. Integrating the above equation, we get
t2 v2

 Fdt =  mdv
t1 v1

= m(v2 – v1)
Impulse = mv2 – mv1
Impulse = Final momentum – Initial momentum

Que 4.28. A football of mass 200 gm is at rest. A player kicks the

balls which move with a velocity of 20 m/sec at an angle of 30° with
respect to ground level. Find the force exerted by the player on the
ball of duration of strikes is 0.02 seconds.

Answer

Given : m = 200 gm = 0.2 kg , t = 0.02 sec,  = 30°

To Find : Force exerted on the ball.
1. Initially the ball is at rest. Hence, ux = 0 and uy = 0.
2. The ball leaves with a velocity of 20 m/sec at an angle of 30°
(Fig. 4.28.1(b)).
3. Writing impulse-momentum equation along X- and Y-directions, we get
i. For X-direction,
Fxt = m (vx – ux),
Fx × 0.02 = 0.2 (20 cos 30° – 0)
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0.2  20 cos 30

Fx = = 173.2 N
0.02
vy
uy

20 m/sec
vx

ux 30°
(b) Final position of ball.
( a) Initial position of ball. Ball moves with a velocity of 20 m/sec
Ball at rest (vx = 20 cos 30°, vy= 20 sin 30°)
(ux = 0, uy = 0)

Fig. 4.28.1.

ii. For Y-direction,

Fyt = m (vy – uy)
Fy × 0.02 = 0.2 (20 sin 30° – 0)
0.2  20 sin 30
Fy = = 100 N
0.02
4. Hence, the resultant impulse force exerted by the player on the ball,

F= Fx2  Fy2  (173.2) 2  1002 = 199.99  200 N

Que 4.29. A bullet of mass 50 gm is fired into a freely suspended

target to mass 5 kg. On impact, the target moves with a velocity of
7 m/sec along with the bullet in the direction of firing. Find the
velocity of bullet.

Answer

Given : m1 = 50 gm = 0.05 kg, m2 = 5 kg, u2 = 0, m = 5 + 0.05 = 5.05 kg,

v = 7 m/sec
To Find : Velocity of bullet.
1. Total initial momentum (i.e., momentum before impact),
= m1u1 + m2u2 = 0.05 × u1 + 5 × 0
= 0.05 u1
2. Total final momentum (i.e., momentum after impact),
= Total mass × Common velocity = mv
= (5.05) × 7
3. According to conservation of momentum,
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0.05 u1 = 0.05 × 7
5.05  7
 u1 = = 707 m/sec
0.05

Que 4.30. Derive an expression for angular momentum.

Answer
1. The product of mass moment of inertia and angular velocity of a rotating
body is known as moment of momentum or angular momentum.
2. If  = Angular velocity of a body rotating about an axis.
I = Moment of inertia of the body about the axis.
Then, angular momentum =  I
3. Consider a body of mass ‘m’ rotating in a circle about its centre O.
4. Let, dm = Mass of the elementary strip.
r = Radius of the mass dm.
 = Angular velocity of the body or angular velocity of the
mass dm.
v = Linear velocity of mass dm.
Y

dr R
r
X X
O

Y
Fig. 4.30.1.
5. Now momentum of elementary mass
= Elementary mass × Velocity = dm × v
= dm × r ( v = r)
6. Moment of momentum of elementary mass dm about O
= Elementary mass × Radius
= (dm × r) × r
= dm × r2 ...(4.30.1)
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7. The moment of momentum of the entire mass about O is obtained by

integrating eq. (4.30.1).
Moment of momentum of the entire mass

=  dm × r 2
=  r2dm ...(4.30.2)

But r 2
dm = Moment of inertia of the whole body about O = I.
8. Substituting the value in eq. (4.30.2), we get
Moment of momentum of the entire mass = I

Que 4.31. At a given instant the 5 kg slender bar has the motion
shown in Fig. 4.31.1. Determine the angular momentum about point
G (vA = 2 m/sec). AKTU 2014-15, (I) Marks 10

A
4m
G

B 30º
O
Fig. 4.31.1.

Answer

Given : m = 5 kg, vA = 2 m/sec, L = 4 m

To Find : Angular momentum about point G.
1. In OBA, AB = 4 m
OA = 4 sin 30° = 2 m
OB = 4 cos 30° = 3.464 m

O A

2m vA = 2 m/sec
60º
4m

C
2m

B 30º 90º
O
vB Fig. 4.31.2.
2. Velocity of point A, vA = 2 m/sec
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vA 2
AB = = = 1 rad/sec
OA 2
v
3. Velocity at point B, AB = B
OB
vB
1=
3.464
vB = 3.464 rad/sec
4. Angular momentum about G

ML2  ML2 
= I = ×1  I  
12 12 
2
= 5  4 × 1 = 6.67 rad/sec2
12

Impact (Direct and Oblique).

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Direct Impact : During collision, when the direction of motion of
each body is along the line joining their centres, the impact is called
direct impact
Oblique Impact : During collision, when the direction of motion of
either one or both bodies is inclined to the line joining their centres,
the impact is called oblique impact.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 4.32. Derive an expression for the final velocities of the body
during direct impact.

Answer
1. Consider two smooth spheres of masses m1 and m2 moving with initial
velocities u1 and u2 respectively.
2. Let them collide with each other along the line joining their centres and
let v1 and v2 be their respective velocities after collision.
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u2 v2
u1 v1

m1 m2 m1 m2

Before impact After impact

Fig. 4.32.1.

3. As the impulsive force exerted by each body on the other during the
collision is equal and opposite, we know that the total momentum of the
system is conserved. Thus, we can write
m1u1 + m2u2 = m1v1 + m2v2 ...(4.32.1)
4. We know that,
v1  v2
–e= ...(4.32.2)
u1  u2
where, e = Coefficient of restitution.
5. Solving for v1 and v2 from eq. (4.32.1) and eq. (4.32.2), we have
m1u1  m2u2  m2 e (u1  u2 )
v1 = ...(4.32.3)
m1  m2
m1u1  m2u2  m2 e (u1  u2 )
and v2 = ...(4.32.4)
m1  m2
The above two expression shows the final velocities after collision.
6. If we assume that the collision is inelastic then substituting the value of
the coefficient of restitution e = 0 in eq. (4.32.3) and eq. (4.32.4), we get
m1u1  m2u2
v1 = v2 =
m1  m2
Thus, we see that if the collision is inelastic then after impact, the two
bodies coalesce as one body and move with the same velocity.
7. If we assume that the collision is elastic then substituting the value of
the coefficient of restitution e = 1 in the eq. (4.32.3) and eq. (4.32.4), we
get
(m1  m2 )u1  2m2u2
v1 =
m1  m2
2m1u1  u2 (m2  m1 )
v2 =
m1  m2
8. Further, if the masses of the two colliding bodies are equal, i.e., m1 = m2,
then we get
v1 = u2 and v2 = u1
9. Thus, when the collision is elastic between two equal masses, the two
bodies exchange their velocities after impact.
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Que 4.33. If a ball overtakes a ball of twice its mass moving 1/7th of
its velocity and if the coefficient of restitution between them is 3/4,
show that the first ball after striking the second ball will remain at
rest.

Answer

Given : m1 = m, m2 = 2 m, u1 = u, u2 = u/7, e = 3/4

To Prove : First ball after striking the second ball will remain at rest i.e.,
v1 = 0
1. It is given that the velocity of the second ball is 1/7th of the velocity of the
first ball. Hence, applying the conservation of momentum equation,
u/7
u

m
2m

Before impact

Fig. 4.33.1.
m1 u1 + m2 u2 = m1 v1 + m2 v2
u
mu + 2m = mv1 + 2mv2
7
9u
v1 + 2v2 = ...(4.33.1)
7
2. Coefficient of restitution is given as,

v1  v2 v  v2
–e= = 1
u1  u2 uu/7

6
v1 – v2 = – eu
7
6 3 9
=– u u ...(4.33.2)
7  4  14
3. From eq. (4.33.1) and eq. (4.33.2) solving for v1, we get
v1 = 0

Que 4.34. Discuss in brief about oblique impact.

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Answer
1. Consider two smooth spheres of masses m1 and m2 approaching each
other with velocities u1 and u2 such that their directions are inclined to
the line joining their centres at the instant of impact at  and  respectively.
2. Let v1 and v2 be the respective velocities immediately after impact and
their directions be inclined to the line joining centres at  and 
respectively as shown in Fig. 4.34.1.
u2
u1 m2
m1 




v1 v2
Fig. 4.34.1. Oblique impact.
3. As the spheres are smooth, there is no impulsive force acting on each
body along their common tangential plane during their time of collision
thus, there is no change in momentum of individual bodies in that
direction.
4. Hence, we can write,
v1 sin  = u1 sin 
and v2 sin  = u2 sin 
5. As the impulsive force exerted by each sphere on the other in the
direction of line joining their centres is equal and opposite, the momentum
of the system is conserved. Thus, we can write
m1(u1 cos ) + m2(u2 cos ) = m1(v1 cos ) + m2(v2 cos )
6. We know that,
v1 cos   v2 cos 
–e=
u1 cos   u2 cos 

Que 4.35. A smooth sphere moving at 10 m/sec in the direction

shown in Fig. 4.35.1 collides with another smooth sphere of double
its mass and moving with 5 m/sec in the direction shown. If the
coefficient of restitution is 2/3, determine their velocities after
collision.
5 m/sec
10 m/sec
30° 60°
m 2m

Fig. 4.35.1.
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Answer

Given : m1 = m, m2 = 2 m, u1 = 10 m/sec, u2 = 5 m/sec, e = 2/3,  = 30°,

 = 60°
To Find : Velocities after collision.
1. We know that,
v1 sin  = u1 sin  = 10 sin 30° ...(4.35.1)
v2 sin  = u2 sin  = 5 sin 60° ...(4.35.2)
2. According to conservation of momentum,
m1 (u1 cos ) + m2 (u2 cos ) = m1 (v1 cos ) + m2 (v2 cos )
m(10 cos 30°) – 2m(5 cos 60°) = m(1 cos ) + 2m(2 cos )
v1 cos  + 22 cos  = 3.66 ...(4.35.3)
3. Also, we know that,

v1 cos   v2 cos 
–e= ( e = 2 / 3)
10 cos 30  ( 5 cos 60)
v1 cos  – v2 cos  = – 7.44 ...(4.35.4)
4. From eq. (4.35.3) and eq. (4.35.4) solving for v1 cos  and v2 cos , we get
v1 cos  = – 3.74 m/sec ...(4.35.5)
and v2 cos  = 3.7 m/sec ...(4.35.6)
5. From eq. (4.35.1) and eq. (4.35.5), we get v1 = 6.24 m/sec in the direction
opposite to that of the initial velocity at an angle of  = 53.2° to the line
joining their centres.
6. Similarly, from eq. (4.35.2) and eq. (4.35.6), we get v2 = 5.7 m/sec at an
angle of  = 49.49° of the line joining their centres.

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5 Introduction to
Kinetics of Rigid
Bodies

CONTENTS
Part-1 : Introduction to Kinetics of ........................ 5–2C to 5–6C
Rigid Bodies, Basic Terms,
General Principles in Dynamics,
Types of Motion

Part-2 : Instantaneous Centre of ......................... 5–6C to 5–10C

Rotation in Plane Motion
and Simple Problems

Part-3 : D’Alembert’s Principle and its .............. 5–10C to 5–17C

Applications in Plane Motion
and Connected Bodies

Part-4 : Work-Energy Principle and .................. 5–17C to 5–21C

its Application in Plane Motion
of Connected Bodies

Part-5 : Kinetics of Rigid Body Rotation ........... 5–21C to 5–26C

Part-6 : Virtual Work and Energy Method, ..... 5–26C to 5–31C

Virtual Displacement, Principle of
Virtual Work for Particle and Ideal
System of Rigid Bodies

Part-7 : Applications of Energy Method ............ 5–31C to 5–34C

for Equilibrium

Part-8 : Stability of Equilibrium ......................... 5–34C to 5–34C

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Introduction to Kinetics of Rigid Bodies, Basic Terms, General

Principles in Dynamics, Types of Motion.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Kinetics : It is that branch of engineering mechanics which deals with
the force system which produces acceleration and resulting motion of
bodies.
Newton’s Laws of Motion : When a body is at rest or moving in a
straight line or rotating about an axis, the body obeys certain laws of
motion. These laws are called Newton’s law of motion.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 5.1. Discuss the various terminologies related with kinetics

of rigid body.

Answer
Following are the some terminologies related with the kinetics of rigid
body :
i. Force : It is defined as an agent which tends to change the state of rest or
motion of a body to which it is applied. The SI unit of force is Newton (N).
ii. Mass : The quantity of matter combined in a body is known as the mass
of the body. Mass is a scalar quantity. The SI unit of mass is kilogram (kg).
iii. Acceleration : It is defined as the rate of change of velocity of a body.
Its SI unit is m/sec2.
Change of velocity d v
 Acceleration = 
Time dt
iv. Weight : Weight of a body is defined as the force by which the body is
attracted towards the centre of the earth. Mathematically weight of a
body is given by,
Weight = Mass × Acceleration due to gravity = mg
v. Momentum : The product of the mass of a body and its velocity is
known as momentum of the body. Momentum is a vector quantity.
Mathematically, momentum is given by,
Momentum = Mass × Velocity = mv
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Que 5.2. State the various Newton’s law of motion.

Answer
Various laws of motion are as follows :
i. Newton’s First Law of Motion : It states that a body continues in its
state of rest or of uniform motion in a straight line unless it is compelled
by an external force to change that state.
ii. Newton’s Second Law of Motion : It states that the rate of change of
momentum of a body is proportional to the external force applied on the
body and takes place in the direction of the force.
iii. Newton’s Third Law of Motion : It states that to every action, there
is always an equal and opposite reaction.

Que 5.3. Discuss in detail about Newton’s second law of motion.

Answer
1. Newton’s second law of motion enables us to measure a force.
2. Let a body of mass m is moving with a velocity u along a straight line. It
is acted upon by a force F and the velocity of the body becomes v in the
time t.
3. Initial momentum of the body = Mass × Initial velocity = mu
Final momentum of the body = mv
 Change in momentum = Final momentum – Initial momentum
= mv – mu = m(v – u)
Change of momentum m(v  u)
4. Rate of change of momentum = 
Time t
...(5.3.1.)
5. But we know that,
vu
=a (i.e., linear acceleration)
t
 v  u
6. Substituting the value of   in eq. (5.3.1), we get
t 
Rate of change of momentum = ma
7. But according to Newton’s second law of motion, the rate of change of
momentum is directly proportional to the external force acting on the
body.
 F  ma or F = kma ...(5.3.2.)
where, k = Constant of proportionality.

Que 5.4. Discuss the various types of plane motion.

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Answer
Generally a body undergoes the following three types of plane motion :
i. Translation :
1. During translation, the particles have the same velocity and acceleration,
and a straight line drawn on the moving body remains parallel to its
original position at any time.
Path Path

A A A A

B B B B

( a) Rectilinear translation (b) Curvilinear translation

Fig. 5.4.1.
2. If path traced by the particles during motion is a straight line, then the
motion is said to be rectilinear translation (Fig. 5.4.1(a)).
3. If particle traces a curved path, the motion is called curvilinear translation
(Fig. 5.4.1(b)).
ii. Rotation :
1. During rotation, the body rotates about a fixed point and all the particles
constituting the body move in a circular path.
2. The fixed point about which the body rotates is called the point of rotation
and the axis passing through the point of rotation is called the axis of
rotation.

B
B

A A B
B
A A

O
O
(a) (b )
Fig. 5.4.2.
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iii. General Plane Motion (Combined Motion of Translation and

Rotation) :
1. Whe n a body posse ss bo th translation and rotation motions
simultaneously at a particular instant, the motion is called general plane
motion.
Example : (i) Motion of roller without slipping, motion of wheel of a
locomotive train, truck and car etc., (ii) A rod sliding against a wall at one
end and floor at the other end.

Que 5.5. A particle of mass 1 kg moves in a straight line under

the influence of a force which increases linearly with time at the
rate of 60 N per sec. At time t = 0, the initial force may be taken
as 50 N. Determine the acceleration and velocity of the particle
4 sec after it started from the rest at the origin.

Answer

dF
Given : m = 1 kg, = 60 N/sec, At t = 0, F = 50 N, t = 4 sec
dt
To Find : i. Velocity
ii. Acceleration
1. Force is increasing linearly with time. Hence applied force on the particle
is a function of time.
Let, F = At + B ...(5.5.1)
where, A and B are constant.
2. When t = 0, F = 50 N. Now eq. (5.5.1) becomes,
50 = A × 0 + B = B
 B = 50 N
3. Differentiating eq. (5.5.1), we get
dF
 =A+0
dt
dF
But = 60 N/sec
dt
A = 60 N/s
4. Substituting the value A and B in eq. (5.5.1), we get
F = 60t + 50 ...(5.5.2)
dv  d v
5. We know that, F = ma = m  a  
dt dt 
Substituting this value of F in eq. (5.5.2), we get
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dv
m× = 60t + 50 ...(5.5.3)
dt
dv
1× = 60t + 50 ( m = 1 kg)
dt
dv
= 60t + 50 ...(5.5.4)
dt

6. Integrating the eq. (5.5.4) w.r.t time, we get

dv =  (60t  50) dt

4
v=  (60 t  50) dt
0
4
 60 t2 
v=   50 t   30  4 2  50  4  480  200
 2 0
= 680 m/sec
7. From eq. (5.5.3), we have
dv
= 60t + 50
dt
 dv 
a = 60t + 50   a

dt
8. Acceleration after 4 sec, a = 60 × 4 + 50 = 290 m/sec2

Instantaneous Centre of Rotation in Plane Motion and Simple

Problems.

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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 5.6. Define instantaneous centre of rotation and also write

the procedure for locating the position of instantaneous centre of
rotation.

Answer
A. Instantaneous Centre of Rotation :
1. Instantaneous centre is the point about which motion of a body having
both rotatory and translatory motion is assumed to be purely rotational.
It is also known as virtual centre.
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2. The angular velocity of any point about instantaneous centre is given

by,
v
=
I
where,  = Angular velocity.
v = Linear velocity.
I = Instantaneous centre.
B. Locating the Position of Instantaneous Centre of Rotation :
1. If the directions of the velocities of two particles P and Q of the body are
known and if they are different, the instantaneous centre is obtained by
drawing the perpendicular to vP through P and perpendicular to vQ
through Q. The intersection point of these two perpendiculars is known
as instantaneous centre of rotation.
2. If the velocities vP and vQ of two particles P and Q are perpendicular to
the line PQ and the magnitudes of vP and vQ are known, the instantaneous
centre of rotation can be found by intersection point of line PQ with the
line joining the extremities of the vectors vP and vQ.
3. If the velocities vP and vQ are parallel and have different magnitude or if
the velocities vP and vQ are perpendicular to line PQ and have equal
magnitude, the instantaneous centre O will be at an infinite distance
and  will be zero and all the points of the body will have the same
velocity.

Fig. 5.6.1.

Que 5.7. A compound wheel rolls without slipping between two

parallel plates A and B as shown in Fig. 5.7.1. At the instant
A moves to the right with a velocity of 1.2 m/sec and B moves to the
left with a velocity of 0.6 m/sec. Calculate the velocity of centre of
wheel and the angular velocity of wheel. Take r1 = 120 mm and
r2 = 360 mm.
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vA

r1 D
r2
30º

vB
B

Fig. 5.7.1.

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Answer

Given : vA = 1.2 m/sec, vB = 0.6 m/sec, r1 = 120 mm = 0.12 m,

r2 = 360 mm = 0.36 m
To Find : Velocity of centre of wheel and angular velocity of wheel.
1. The instantaneous centre I is the point of intersection of the line joining
A and B with line joining the extremities of the velocity vectors vA and
vB as shown in Fig. 5.7.2.

A vA = 1.2 m/sec

(r1 + r2 – x)

I
vC
C x

B
vB = 0.6 m/sec
Fig. 5.7.2.

2. Every vector on the wheel will appear to rotate about the instantaneous
centre I with an angular velocity .
v A vB
= 
IA IB
vA v
 = B
(r1  r2  x) x
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1.2 0.6
= ...(5.7.1)
(480  x) x
3. Solving eq. (5.7.1), we get
x = 160 mm
 IB = 160 mm
Also IA + IB = 480
 IA = 480 – IB = 480 – 160 = 320 mm
4. Now angular velocity of the disc,
vA 1.2
=  = 3.75 rad/sec
IA  320 
 
1000
5. From Fig. 5.7.2, IC = x – CB
= 160 – 120 = 40 mm
6. Velocity of the centre C,
40
vC =  IC = 3.75 ×
1000
vC = 0.15 m/sec

Que 5.8. A slender bar AB slides down a circular surface and on a

horizontal surface as shown in Fig. 5.8.1. At an instant, when
 = 45°, velocity of the end A is 2 m/sec. Determine the angular velocity
of the bar and the velocity of point of contact on the circular surface.

20 cm

 A 2 m/sec

Fig. 5.8.1.

AKTU 2012-13, Marks 10

Answer

Given :  = 45°, vA = 2 m/sec

To Find : Angular velocity of the bar and velocity of point of contact
on the circular surface.
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1. Instantaneous centre I is obtained by drawing perpendicular on vA and
vC.
IC
2. Now, vC = vA × = vA × cos 45°
IA
B

I
45°
C
20 cm vC

v A = 2 m/sec
45°
O A
Fig. 5.8.2.
1
 vC = 2 × = 1.414 m/sec
2
3. Also, vA = o × IA
vA
o =
IA
From ICA, IA = 20 2 cm = 28.28 cm = 0.2828 m
( CA = 20 cm)
2
Hence o = = 7.072 rad/sec
0.2828

D’Alembert’s Principle and its Applications in Plane

Motion and Connected Bodies.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
D’Alembert’s Principle : It states that the net external forces acting
on the system and the resultant inertia force are in equilibrium.
Mathematically, F – ma = 0
where, F = External force.
ma = Resulting inertia force.

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connected bodies.

Answer

Following cases can be considered for illustrating D’ Alembert’s principle :

a. Motion of a Lift :
1. Let the tension in the string be T, acceleration of the lift be a and W be
the weight of lift plus persons in the lift.
2. Considering upward motion of the lift (Fig. 5.9.1 (a)).
W
T W  a =0
g

 a
T = W 1  
 g
T = m (g + a) ( W = mg)
where, m = Mass equivalent of weight W.
3. Considering downward motion of the lift (Fig. 5.9.1 (a))
W
W T  a =0
g

 a
T = W 1  
 g
T = m (g – a)
a T a T

W W
( a) ( b)
Fig. 5.9.1.
b. Motion of Two Connecting Weights over a Smooth Pulley :
1. Let m1 > m2 and the acceleration of the system be a, m1 obviously
moving downwards. According to D’Alembert’s principle,
For block of mass m1,
m1 g – T = m1 a ...(5.9.1)
For block of mass m2,
T – m2 g = m2 a ...(5.9.2)
2. Adding eq. (5.9.1) and eq. (5.9.2), we get
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(m1  m2 ) g
a=
(m1  m2 )
3. Subtracting eq. (5.9.1) from eq. (5.9.2), we get
2 gm1 m2
T=
m1  m2

T
T T
m2
T
m1

Fig. 5.9.2.

c. Motion of Two Interconnected Bodies on an Inclined Plane :

This motion can be divided in two cases.
Case I :
1. Let two bodies A and B be joined by any inextensible string and the
composite system moved down the inclined with a common acceleration

B
T co
s
2
T  W
A sin 
W2
s
1
co
sin
 W
W1 


W1 W2
Fig. 5.9.3.

For block B,
W2
T  W2 sin   W2 cos   a= 0 ...(5.9.3)
g
For block A,
W1
W1 sin   T  W1 cos   a=0 ...(5.9.4)
g
2. From eq. (5.9.3) and eq. (5.9.4), we get
a
(W1  W2 ) sin   (W1  W2 ) cos   (W1  W2 ) = 0
g
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a
sin  –  cos  – =0
g
a sin (  )
= (  = tan )
g cos 
where,  = Angle of friction.
3. If the coefficients of friction are different for A and B, i.e., 1 and 2, then
W2 a
T  W2 sin    2W2 cos   =0
g
W1 a
and W1 sin   T  1W1 cos   =0
g
4. Which on simplification gives
a (W1  W2 ) sin   (1W1   2W2 ) cos 
=
g W1  W2

W1W2 ( 2  1 cos  )
and T=
W1  W2
Case II :
1. Motion of two connected masses, one of which moves on the inclined
plane, while the other falls freely being connected to the former by a
string running over a pulley.

T T
a
m2
m1 a

m2g m1g

Fig. 5.9.4.
2. Let the two masses accelerate with acceleration a in the direction of m1
as shown in Fig. 5.9.4. Considering no friction,
For block of mass m1,
m1 g – T – m1 a = 0 ...(5.9.5)
For block of mass m2,
m2 g sin – T – m2 a = 0 ...(5.9.6)
3. From eq. (5.9.5) and eq. (5.9.6), we have
g( m1  m2 sin  )
a=
m1  m2
2 gm1 m2 sin 
T=
m1  m2
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d. Motion of Two Connected Bodies One on each of the Two Smooth
Inclined Planes :
1. Let the motion be on the m2 side of the body as shown in Fig. 5.9.5.
2. Then by D’Alembert’s principle,
For block of mass m2,
m2 g sin 2 – T – m2 a = 0 ...(5.9.7)
For block of mass m1,
T – m1 g sin 1 – m1 a = 0 ...(5.9.8)
3. From eq. (5.9.7.) and eq. (5.7.8), we get
g(m2 sin  2  m1 sin  1 )
a=
m2  m1

m1 m2 (sin  1  sin  2 ) g
T=
m2  m1

T T

m1 m2
a
m
1
s

1 2g
co  2
co

s
1g

m1g sin 1


2
m

1 2 m2g sin 2

m1g m2g
Fig. 5.9.5.

Que 5.10. Two bodies of masses 80 kg and 20 kg are connected by

a thread along a rough horizontal surface under the action of a
force 400 N applied to the first body of mass 80 kg as shown in
Fig 5.10.1. The coefficient of friction between the sliding surfaces of
the bodies and plane is 0.3. Determine the acceleration of two bodies
and tension in the thread using D’Alembert’s principle.
1
2
B
A 20 kg 80 kg
400 N

Fig. 5.10.1.

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Answer

Given : m1 = 80 kg, W1 = 80 × 9.81 = 784.8 N, m2 = 20 kg, W2 = 20 × 9.81

= 196.2 N, F = 400 N,  = 0.3
To Find : i. Acceleration of two bodies, ii. Tensions in the thread.
1. Let us consider, both the blocks are moving with acceleration a and
tension developed in thread is T.
2. Considering FBD of Block 1 (Fig. 5.10.2 (a))
Using D’Alembert’s principle,
400 – T – R = 80 a
400 – T – 0.3 × 784.8 = 80 a
164.56 – T = 80 a ...(5.10.1)
3. Considering FBD of Block 2 (Fig. 5.10.2(b))
Using D’Alembert’s principle,
T – R = 20 a
T – 0.3 × 196.2 = 20 a
T – 58.86 = 20 a ...(5.10.2)
4. On solving the eq. (5.10.1) and eq. (5.10.2), we get
a = 1.057 m/sec2
and T = 80 N
1 R
2
80 a 20 a
T
T 400 N
R
784.8 N 196.2 N
R
(a) (b )
Fig. 5.10.2.

Que 5.11. A system of weight connected by string passing over

pulleys A and B shown in Fig. 5.11.1. Find the acceleration of three
weights. Assuming string is weightless and ideal condition for
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Pulley
A
T

15 kN

Pulley
B
T2 T2
4 kN
6 kN

Fig. 5.11.1.

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Answer

Given : Fig. 5.11.1.

To Find : Acceleration of three weight.

1. Considering FBD for block 4 kN (Fig. 5.11.2)

T2
4000
a1
9.81

4 kN
Fig. 5.11.2.

4000
T2 – 4000 = a1 ...(5.11.1)
9.81
2. Considering FBD for block 6 kN (Fig. 5.11.3)

6000
6000 – T2 = a1 ...(5.11.2)
9.81
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T2
6000
a1
9.81

6 kN
Fig. 5.11.3.
3. From eq. (5.11.1) and eq. (5.11.2), we get
T2 = 4800 N , a1 = 1.962 m/sec2
4. Considering FBD for pulley A,
T = 2 T2
15000
T = 2T2 = a2 + 15000
9.81
15000
2 × 4800 = a2 + 15000
9.81
15000
– 5400 = a2
9.81
a2 = – 3.5316 m/sec2

T = 2 T2
15000
a2
9.81

15 kN
Fig. 5.11.4.

Negative sign of accelerations indicates that the direction is opposite to

the direction as shown in Fig. 5.11.4.

Work-Energy Principle and its Application in Plane Motion

of Connected Bodies.

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Que 5.12. State and prove work-energy principle.

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Answer
A. Statement : Work-energy principle states that the change in kinetic
energy of a body during any displacement is equal to the work done by
the net force acting on the body or we can say that work done is equal to
change in kinetic energy of the body.
B. Proof :
1. We know that, F = ma ...(5.12.1)
where, F = Resultant of all forces acting on a body.
m = Mass of the body.
a = Acceleration in the direction of resultant force.
dv
a= v
ds
2. Substituting the value of a in eq. (5.12.1), we get
 d v
F = m   v  or F ds = mv dv ...(5.12.2)
ds 
3. But F ds is the work done by the resultant force F in displacing the body
by a small distance ds. The total work done by the resultant force F in
displacing the body by a distance s is obtained by integrating the
eq. (5.12.2).
4. Hence, integrating eq. (5.12.2) on both sides, we get
s v

 F ds =  m v dv
0 u

v
 v2  m m v 2 mu2
 F s = m    [v 2  u2 ]  
 2 u 2 2 2
Work done by resultant force = Change in kinetic energy

Que 5.13. A body of mass 30 kg is projected up an incline of 30°

with an initial velocity of 10 m/sec. The friction coefficient between
the contacting surfaces is 0.2. Determine distance travelled by the
body before coming to rest. AKTU 2013-14, (II) Marks 05

Answer

Given : m = 30 kg, u = 10 m/sec, v = 0 (rest),  = 0.2

To Find : Distance travelled by the body before coming to rest.
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R
R

 mg cos 
mg sin 
30° mg

Fig. 5.13.1.

1. Resultant force acting on the block,

F = mg sin  – R
= mg sin  –  mg cos 
= 30 × 10 × sin 30° – 0.2 × 30 × 10 cos 30°
F = 98.04 N
2. Using the work-energy balance equation,
Work done by the block = Kinetic energy of the block
1
Fx = m(u2 – v2 )
2
1
98.04 × x = × 30 [102 – 02]
2
x = 15.30 m

Que 5.14. The speed of a flywheel rotating at 200 rpm is uniformly

increased to 300 rpm in 5 seconds. Determine the work done by the
driving torque and the increase in kinetic energy during this time.
Take mass of the flywheel as 25 kg and its radius of gyration as
20 cm.

Answer

2    200
Given : N0 = 200 rpm, 0 = = 6.67  rad/sec,
60
t = 5 sec, m = 25 kg, k = 20 cm = 0.2 m, N = 300 rpm,
2    300
= = 10  rad/sec
60
To Find : i. Work done by the driving torque.
ii. Increase in kinetic energy.
1. Mass moment of inertia of the flywheel about its centroidal axis is,
I = mk2 = (25)(0.2)2 = 1 kg m2
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2. Since the angular acceleration is uniform, we can use the kinematic
equation,
 = 0 + t
  0
=
t
10   6.67 
=  2.09 rad/ sec 2
5
3. Also we know that,
2 = 02 + 2
 2   02
=
2
(10)2  (6.67 ) 2
=  131.07 rad
2(2.09)
4. Since the angular acceleration is constant, the driving torque is constant
and hence applying the kinetic equation of motion about fixed axis, we
have
M = I= (1)(2.09) = 2.09 N-m
5. Work done by the driving torque is given by,
W = M(2 – 1)
= (2.09)(131.07) = 273.94 J
6. The increase in kinetic energy is given by,
(KE) = (KE)f – (KE)i
1  1 2
= I  I 0
2 2
1
= I ( 2   20 )
2
1
= (1)[(10 )2  (6.67 )2 ]  273.94 J
2

Que 5.15. A constant force of 100 N is applied as shown tangentially

on a cylinder at rest, whose mass is 50 kg and radius is 10 cm, for a
distance of 5 m. Determine the angular velocity of the cylinder and
the velocity of its centre of mass. Assume that there is no slip.

Answer

Given : F = 100 N, m = 50 kg, r = 10 cm = 0.1 m, s = 5 m

To Find : i. Angular velocity of the cylinder.
ii. Velocity of centre of mass.
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1. Since the applied force is horizontal and the displacement is in the

direction of the force, the work done by the force in causing a
displacement s is given by,
W = Fs
100 N
10 cm

Fig. 5.15.1.
2. Applying the work-energy principle, we have
Work done = Change in kinetic energy
1 1
Fs = m v 2  I 2
2 2
1 1 mr 2 2  mr 2 
Fs = mr 2  2    v  r, I  
2 2 2 2 
3
Fs = mr 2  2
4
4 Fs 4(100)(5)
2 =   1333.33
3mr 2 3(50)(0.1)2
  = 36.51 rad/sec
3. Velocity of the centre of mass is given as,
vcm = r
= (0.1)(36.51) = 3.651 m/sec

Kinetics of Rigid Body Rotation.

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Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 5.16. Discuss and describe the laws of motion applied to planar

translation and rotation. AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 05

Answer
A. Laws of Translation : Refer Q. 5.2, Page 5–3C, Unit-5.
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B. Laws of Rotation : Following are the laws as applied to rotary motion :
i. First Law : It states that a body continues in its state of rest or of
rotation about an axis with constant angular velocity unless it is
compelled by an external torque to change the state.
ii. Second Law : It states that the rate of change of angular momentum
of a rotating body is proportional to the external torque applied on the
body and takes place in the direction of the torque.
iii. Third Law : It states that to every torque there is always an equal and
opposite torque.

Que 5.17. Derive an expression for kinetic energy due to rotation.

Answer
1. Consider a rigid body rotating about O as shown in Fig. 5.17.1.
2. Let,  = Angular velocity of the body.
dm = Elementary mass of the body.
r = Radius of elementary mass from O.
v = Tangential velocity of elementary mass.
3. KE of the elementary mass is,
1 1
× Mass × Velocity2 =
= dmv2 ...(5.17.1)
2 2
4. KE of the whole body is obtained by integrating the eq. (5.17.1). Hence
KE of the body,
1 12
=  2 dm v dm (r) 2 ( v = r)
2


1 1
=   2 r 2 dm   2  r 2 dm (  is a constant)
2 2

v

dm

Rigid
body
Fig. 5.17.1.

2
5. But r dm = I = Moment of inertia of the body about O.

1 2
 KE of the body =  I
2
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Que 5.18. A uniform homogeneous cylinder rolls without slip along

a horizontal level surface with a translational velocity of 20 cm/sec.
If its weight is 0.1 N and its radius is 10 cm, what is its total kinetic
energy ?

Answer

W 0.1
Given : v = 20 cm/sec = 0.20 m/sec, W = 0.1 N, m =  kg
g 9.81
r = 10 cm = 0.1 m
To Find : Total kinetic energy.

mr2
1. We know that, I=
2
0.1 0.12
=  = 0.000051
9.81 2
v 0.20
=  = 2 rad/sec
r 0.10
1 1
2. Total kinetic energy = I 2  m v 2
2 2
1 1 0.1
=  0.000051  22    22
2 2 9.81
= 0.000102 + 0.0204 = 0.020502 N-m

Que 5.19. Derive an expression for the acceleration of system in

which weights are attached to the two ends of a string which passes
over a rough pulley.

Answer
1. Fig. 5.19.1 shows the two weights W1 and W2 attached to the two ends
of a string, which passes over a rough pulley of radius R.
2. As pulley is rough and having certain weight, the tensions on both
sides of the string will not be same. If W1 > W2, the weight W1 will move
downwards whereas the weight W2 will move upwards with the same
acceleration.
3. Let, a = Acceleration of the system.
T1 = Tension in the string to which weight W1 is attached.
T2 = Tension in the string to which weight W2 is attached.
R = Radius of the pulley.
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I = Moment of inertia of the pulley about the axis of rotation.
 = Angular acceleration.
W0 = Weight of the pulley.
4. Considering the motion of weight W1, let it is moving downwards with
an acceleration a.
The net downwards force on weight W1 = (W1 – T1)
W1
Mass of weight, m1 =
g
5. We know that,
Net force = Mass × Acceleration
W1
(W1 – T1) = a ...(5.19.1)
g
6. Considering the motion of weight W2, let it is moving upwards with an
acceleration a.
Net upward force = (T2 – W2)

T2 T1
R

T2
T1
T2
T1
a W2
W1 a
W2
W1
Fig. 5.19.1.
7. Using, net force = Mass × Acceleration
W2
(T2 – W2) = a ...(5.19.2)
g
8. Now considering the rotation of the pulley, let it is rotating with an
angular acceleration .
9. If the pulley is considered as a solid disc, then moment of inertia of the
pulley is given by,
mR2
I= (Solid disc is like a cylinder)
2
W0 R2  W0 
I=
g 2  m  g 
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10. The torque on the pulley is given by,

W0 R2 a  a
T= I       ...(5.19.3)
g 2 R  R
11. But torque on the pulley = Torque due to T1 – Torque due to T2
= T1 × R – T2 × R = R(T1 – T2)
12. Substituting the value of torque in eq. (5.19.3), we get
W0 R2 a
R(T1 – T2) =  
g 2 R

W0
T1 – T2 = a ...(5.19.4)
2g
13 Adding eq. (5.19.1), eq. (5.19.2) and eq. (5.19.4), we get
W1 W W a W
W1 – W2 = a  2 a  0 a   W1  W2  0 
g g 2g g 2
g(W1  W2 )
a=
 W0 
 W1  W2  
2 

Que 5.20. Two weights of 8 kN and 5 kN are attached at the ends of

a flexible cable. The cable passes over a pulley of diameter 1 m. The
weight of the pulley is 500 N and radius of gyration is 0.5 m about its
axis of rotation. Find the torque which must be applied to the pulley
to raise the 8 kN weight with an acceleration of 1.2 m/sec2. Neglect
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Answer

Given : W1 = 8 kN, W2 = 5 kN, D = 1 m, W0 = 500 N, k = 0.5 m,

a = 1.2 m/sec2
To Find : Torque applied to pulley.
1. As we need to raise 8 kN weight with an acceleration of 1.2 m/sec2, then
we must apply a torque on the pulley which will be given as
Torque = (T1 – T2) r + I
2. Applying equilibrium equation on block of 8 kN, we get
8000
T1 – 8000 = a
9.81
8000
T1 = × 1.2 + 8000
9.81
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T1 = 8978.59 N

1m k = 0.5 m
a

a
T1 T2
500 N

8 kN
5 kN

Fig. 5.20.1.
3. Applying equilibrium equation on block of 5 kN, we get
5000
5000 – T2 = a
9.81
5000
T2 = 5000 –  1.2
9.81
T2 = 4388.38 N
4. Torque applied on the pulley = I
a  a
 I  mk ,   
2
I= mk2
r r
 500  1.2
I=  (0.5)2 
 9.81  (1 / 2)
I= 30.58 N-m
5. Now total applied torque = (T1 – T2) r + I
 1
= (8978.59 – 4388.38) ×   + 30.58
2
= 2325.685 N-m

Virtual Work and Energy Method, Virtual Displacements,

Principle of Virtual Work for Particle and
Ideal System of Rigid Bodies.

CONCEPT OUTLINE
Virtual Displacement : The displacement of a particle or a rigid
body in equilibrium is not at all possible. However we can assume an
imaginary displacement to occur, particularly if the system is partially
constrained, this displacement is known as virtual displacement.
Virtual Work : The total work done by the system of forces causing
the virtual displacement is termed as virtual work.
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Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 5.21. Discuss in short about work done on a particle and

work done on a rigid body.

Answer
i. Work Done on a Particle :
1. When a force acts on a particle, which is not constrained to move, it
causes a displacement of the particle. The force is then said to have
done work on the particle.
2. We then define work done on the particle as a product of magnitude of
the force and the displacement. Mathematically, we can write this as
W = Fs
A B
F
s
Fig. 5.21.1.
ii. Work Done on a Rigid Body :
1. We know that a rigid body is subjected to moments in addition to the
forces. Just as the forces cause linear displacements, moments cause
angular displacements.
2. If a moment M acting on a rigid body causes an angular displacement 
then work done by the moment on the rigid body is defined as the
product of moment and angular displacement, i.e.,
W = M

Que 5.22. Give the principle of virtual work for a particle and a
rigid body.

Answer
1. For the particle or rigid body to remain in equilibrium in the displaced
position also, we know that the resultant force acting on it must be
zero. Thus, we say that work done in causing this virtual displacement
is also zero. This is known as principle of virtual work.
2. For a system of concurrent forces F1, F1, .... F1, the virtual work done is
given by,
U = F1  r + F2 r + ..... + Fn  r
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= (F1 + F2 + ..... + Fn)  r
 
= Fr
3. As a system of concurrent force can be replaced by a single resultant
force, the virtual work done is equal to the work done by the resultant.
4. For the body to remain in equilibrium in the displaced position, we
know that the resultant must be zero. Hence, virtual work done in
causing this virtual displacement is also zero, i.e.,

U =   F  r  0
5. The necessary and sufficient condition for the equilibrium of a particle
is zero virtual work done by all external forces acting on the particle
during any virtual displacement consistent with the constraints imposed
on the particle.
6. Similarly, for a rigid body, we can write the principle of virtual work as

U =  F r   M   0
Que 5.23. A uniform ladder AB of length l and weight W leans
against a smooth vertical wall and a smooth horizontal floor as
shown in Fig. 5.23.1. By the method of virtual work, determine the
horizontal force P required to keep the ladder in equilibrium
position.
A

P
B
Fig. 5.23.1.

Answer

Given : Fig. 5.23.1.

To Find : Horizontal force, P.
1. Under its own weight, the ladder tries to slide down, but the horizontal
force P holds it in equilibrium. The free body diagram of the ladder is
shown in Fig. 5.23.2.
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RC

h
W y


P
B
x
RB
Fig. 5.23.2.

2. Let be inclination of the ladder with respect to the horizontal. From
the geometry of the triangle, we see that the location x of the end B
and the location y of the centre of gravity of ladder with respect to the
origin are :
h
x= ...(5.23.1)
tan 

l
y= sin  ...(5.23.2)
2
3. The virtual displacement are obtained by differentiating eq. (5.23.1)
and eq. (5.23.2) as,
l
x = – h cosec2  and y = cos 
2
4. From Fig. 5.23.2 we see that as  decreases, y also decreases but x
increases. Hence, considering only positive virtual displacements, the
above expressions reduce to
l
x = h cosec2  and y = cos 
2
5. Now applying the principle of virtual work, we have
U = 0
– P x + W y = 0
6. It should be noted that reaction RB and RC do no work, as the virtual
displacement of the contact points B and C are perpendicular to the
direction of the forces. Therefore
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l 
– P[h cosec2 ] + W  cos    = 0
2 
Wl cos 
P = 2h cosec 2 

Wl
P= sin 2  cos 
2h

Que 5.24. Using the principle of virtual work, determine the angle
 for which equilibrium is maintained in the mechanism shown for
given values of forces P1 and P2 applied. Length of the longer links is
l and that of the shorter links is l/2.
P1

 
P2

Fig. 5.24.1.

Answer

Given : Fig. 5.24.1, Length of longer link = l, Length of shorter link = l/2
To Find : Angle .
1. Choosing the hinge point as the origin, the point of application of the
forces P1 and P2 are y and x respectively. Expressing these positions x
and y in terms of , we have
l l l 3
y= cos   cos   cos  = l cos  ...(5.24.1)
2 2 2 2
l
and x= 2
sin   l sin  ...(5.24.2)
2
2. The virtual displacements are obtained by differentiating eq. (5.24.1)
and eq. (5.24.2) as,
3l
y =  sin  
2
andy = l cos 
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P1

 
P2

x
Fig. 5.24.2.

3. From Fig. 5.24.2, we see that as  increases, x increases while y

decreases. Hence, considering only positive values of virtual
displacements, the above expressions reduce to
3l
y = sin   and x = l cos 
2
4. Applying the principle of virtual work, we get
P1y – P2x = 0
 3l 
P1  sin    P2 (l cos  ) = 0
2 

3 P1
sin  = P2 cos 
2
 2P 
 = tan  1  2 
 3 P1 

Applications of Energy Method for Equilibrium.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 5.25. State law of conservation of energy.

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Answer
1. Law of conservation of energy states that the energy can neither be
created nor destroyed though it can be transformed from one form to
another form.
2. It can also be stated as the total energy possessed by a body remains
constant provided no energy is added to or taken from it.

Que 5.26. A body weighing 196.2 N slides up a 30° inclined plane

under the action of an applied force 300 N acting parallel to the
inclined plane. The coefficient of friction,  is equal to 0.2. The body
moves from rest. Determine :
i. Acceleration of the body.
ii. Distance travelled by body in four seconds.
iii. Velocity of body after four seconds.
iv. Kinetic energy of the body after four seconds.
v. Work done on the body in four seconds.
vi. Momentum of the body after four seconds.
vii. Impulse applied in four seconds.

Answer

W 196.2
Given : W = 196.2 N, m =  = 20 kg, Applied force = 300 N,
g 9.81
 = 30°,  = 0.2.
To Find : i. Acceleration of the body.
ii. Distance travelled by body in 4 sec.
iii. Velocity of body after 4 sec.
iv. Kinetic energy of the body after 4 sec.
v. Work done on the body in 4 sec.
vi. Momentum of the body after 4 sec.
vii. Impulse applied in 4 sec.
1. As body moves from rest, hence initial velocity (u) will be zero.
u=0
2. Fig. 5.26.1 shows the free body diagram. The net force in the direction
of motion is given by,
F = Applied force – W sin  – R
= 300 – 196.2 × sin 30° – 0.2 × W cos 
( R = W cos )
= 300 – 98.1 – 0.2 × 196.2 × cos 30°
= 300 – 98.1 – 33.98 = 167.92 N
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on
m oti
of
on
c ti R
re ied
Di pl
Ap o r c e
f

of
rce  R
Fo o n =
 c ti
s in fri
W

W cos 

W = 196.2 N
Fig. 5.26.1.

3. We know that, F= m×a

167.92 = 20 × a
167.92
= 8.396 m/sec2.
a=
20
4. Distance travelled in 4 sec,
1
s = ut + at2
2
1
= 0×4+ × 8.396 × 42 = 67.168 m
2
5. Velocity after 4 sec, v = u + at
= 0 + 8.396 × 4 = 33.584 m/sec
6. The kinetic energy after 4 sec is given by,
1
KE = mv2
2
1
× 20 × (33.584)2 = 11278.8 N-m
=
2
7. Work done on the body in 4 sec
= Net force × Distance moved in 4 sec
= 167.92 × 67.168 = 11278.8 Nm
8. The work done on the body is equal to the change of kinetic energy of
the body.
1 1
Change of KE = mv2 – mu2
2 2
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= × 20 × (33.5842)2 – × 20 × 02 ( u = 0)
2 2
= 11278.8 – 0 = 11278.8 Nm.
9. Momentum of the body after 4 sec
= m × v = 20 × 33.584 = 671.68 kg m/sec.
10. Impulse applied in 4 sec
= Net force × Time = F × 4
= 167.92 × 4 = 671.68 N sec
11. Change of momentum of the body
= mv – mu = 20 × 33.584 – 20 × 0
= 671.68 kg m/sec
= 671.68 Nsec

Stability of Equilibrium.

Questions-Answers

Long Answer Type and Medium Answer Type Questions

Que 5.27. Write a short note on stability of equilibrium.

Answer
1. Equilibrium is a state of a system which does not change.
2. An equilibrium is considered stable, if the system always returns to its
initial stage after small disturbances. If the system moves away from
the equilibrium after small disturbances, then the equilibrium is
unstable.
3. For example, the equilibrium of a pencil standing on its tip is unstable
while the equilibrium of a picture on the wall is (usually) stable.

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1 Engineering
Mechanics
(2 Marks Questions)

1.1. What do you understand by a particle and a rigid body ?

Ans. Particle : A particle is a body of infinitely small volume and the
mass of the particle is considered to be concentrated at a point.
Rigid Body : A body which does not deform under the action of
external forces is known as rigid body.

1.2. Give the effect of force and moment on a body.

Ans. The force acting on a body causes linear displacement while moment
causes an angular displacement.

1.3. What are the steps in making of a free body diagram ?

AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 02
Ans. The steps in making a free body diagram are as follows :
i. A sketch of the body is drawn by removing the supporting surfaces.
ii. Indicate on this sketch all the applied or active forces, which tend to
set the body in motion, such as those caused by weight of the body
or applied forces, etc.
iii. Also indicate on this sketch all the reactive forces, such as those
caused by the constraints or supports that tend to prevent motion.
iv. All relevant dimensions and angles, reference axes are shown on
the sketch.

1.4. Define resultant of forces.

Ans. A single force which can replace a number of forces acting on a
body and gives same effect is called resultant of forces.
1.5. The resultant of two forces 3P and 2P is R. If the first force
is doubled the resultant is also doubled, determine the
angle between the two forces.
AKTU 2013-14, (II) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : P = 3P, Q = 2P, P = 6P, R = 2R
To Find : Angle between the two forces, .
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1. From parallelogram law of forces,
R2 = P2 + Q2 + 2PQ cos 
So, R= (3P)2  (2 P)2  2  3 P  2 P  cos 
R = 9 P 2  4 P 2  12P 2 cos  ...(1.5.1)
2. Now according to changed values,
R = P  2  Q2  2P Q cos 
2R = (6 P)2  (2 P)2  2  6 P  2P cos 
2R = 36 P 2  4 P 2  24 P 2 cos  ...(1.5.2)
3. From eq. (1.5.1) and eq. (1.5.2), we have

2 9 P 2  4 P 2  12 P 2 cos  = 36 P 2  4 P 2  24 P 2 cos 
4(9P2 + 4P2 + 12P2 cos) = 36P2 + 4P2 + 24P2 cos 
12P2 + 24P2 cos  = 0
12P2(1 + 2 cos ) = 0
4. Since, 12P20, 1 + 2 cos  = 0
cos  = – 1/2
= 120°

1.6. What is static equilibrium ? Write down sufficient condition

of static equilibrium for a coplanar concurrent and
non-concurrent force system.
AKTU 2015-16, (I) Marks 02
OR
Explain condition of equilibrium of coplanar-non
concurrent forces. AKTU 2016-17 , (II) Marks 02
Ans. Static Equilibrium : A body is said to be in static equilibrium if all
the forces acting on the body are balanced whether the body is at
rest or in motion.
Conditions of Static Equilibrium for a Coplanar Concurrent
Force System :
Fx = 0, and
Fy = 0
Conditions of Static Equilibrium for a Coplanar Non-
Concurrent Force System :
Fx = 0,
Fy = 0, and
M = 0
1.7. How do you find the resultant of non-coplanar concurrent
force system ? AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 02
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Ans. The resultant of several forces in non coplanar concurrent force
system can be found analytically by summing the components of
forces along X, Y and Z directions, i.e., resultant R can be obtained
by,
R= (Fx )2  (Fy )2  (Fz )2

1.8. “Friction is both desirable and undesirable”. Explain

AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 02
Ans. Friction helps in working of friction brakes and clutches, belt and
rope drives, holding and fastening devices while it may also
deteriorates the working of power screws, bearing and gears, flow
of fluids in pipes. So we can say that friction is both desirable and
undesirable.

1.9. Explain the relationship between angle of friction and angle

of repose. AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 02
Ans. Angle of friction = Angle of repose

1.10. A block of mass m on an inclined plane is kept in equilibrium

and prevented from sliding down by applying a force of
500 N. If the angle of the inclination is 30° and coefficient of
friction for the contact surface is 0.35, determine the weight
of the block. AKTU 2013-14, (II) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : F = 500 N, = 30°,  = 0.35
To Find : Weight of block.
1. Fig. 1.10.1 shows the block resting on inclined plane.
R

n
ti o
Mo

R 
F=
 W = mg
Fig. 1.10.1.
2. FBD of block is as shown in Fig. 1.10.2.
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R
R

mg sin 30°

30° mg cos 30°

N
500 mg
Fig. 1.10.2.
3. Equation of equilibrium along plane,
500 + R = mg sin 30°
500 + 0.35 × mg cos 30° = mg sin 30° (  R = mg cos 30°)
500 = mg (sin 30° – 0.35 cos 30°)
500 = mg (0.5 – 0.30)  500 = 0.2 mg
mg = 2500 N

1.11. Write any four engineering applications of friction.

AKTU 2015-16, (I) Marks 02
Ans. Following are the engineering applications of friction :
i. In producing relative motion between bodies.
ii. In transmitting power.
iii. In braking system to stop the vehicle.
iv. In lifting the heavy blocks, machinery etc., over wedges.

1.12. State Varignon’s theorem of moments.

AKTU 2016-17, (I) Marks 02
Ans. Varignon’s theorem of moments states that the algebraic sum of
the moments of a system of coplanar forces about a moment centre
in their plane is equal to the moment of their resultant force about
the same moment centre.

1.13. Define the principle of transmissibility.

AKTU 2016-17 , (II) Marks 02
Ans. Principle of transmissibility states that the state of rest or of motion
of a rigid body is unchanged if a force acting on the body is replaced
by another force of same magnitude and same direction but acting
anywhere on the body along the line of action of the replaced force.

1.14. Explain free body diagram with example.

AKTU 2016-17 , (II) Marks 02
Ans. Free Body Diagram : A body may consist of more than one element
and supports. Each element or support can be isolated from the
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rest of system by properly incorporating the effect of forces. The
diagram of the isolated element or a portion of the body along with
the net effect of forces is known as free body diagram (FBD).
Example :
Body FBD
W

R
Fig. 1.14.1.

1.15. Define parallelogram law of forces.

AKTU 2016-17 , (II) Marks 02
Ans. Parallelogram law of forces states that if two forces acting
simultaneously on a body at a point are represented in magnitude
and direction by two adjacent sides of a parallelogram, their
resultant will be represented in magnitude and direction by the
diagonal of the parallelogram which passes through the point of
intersection of two sides representing the forces.

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of Gravity
(2 Marks Questions)

2.1. What is the difference between centroid and centre of

gravity ? AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 02
Ans. The term centre of gravity applies to bodies with weight while
centroid applies to lines, planes, areas and volumes.

2.2. Define axis of symmetry.

Ans. The line about which the figure can be cut into equal halves is
known as axis of symmetry.

2.3. Determine the centroid of a circular arc having radius

20 mm and central angle 180°. AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : 2 = 180°,  = 90° = /2 rad, R = 20 mm
To Find : Centroid of circular arc.
1. Position of the centroid for circular arc is given as,
R sin  20 sin ( / 2)
x = 
 
2
40
= = 12.73 mm

y = 0 (due to symmetry)

2.4. What is the centroid of segment of a circular disc of radius

5 cm and subtended angle of 120° ?
AKTU 2013-14, (II) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : R = 5 cm, 2 = 120°,  = 60° = /3 rad
To Find : Centroid of segment of a circular disc.
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1. Centroid of circular lamina is given as,
2R
x= sin 
3
25 10
x= sin 60° = sin 60° (  = /3)
 
3
3
x = 2.75 cm
y = 0 (due to symmetry)

2.5. Explain polar moment of inertia.

AKTU 2013-14, (II) Marks 02
Ans. Moment of inertia about an axis perpendicular to the plane of an
area is known as polar moment of inertia.

2.6. Find the polar moment of inertia of a circular area of

diameter 5 mm. AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : D = 5 mm
To Find : Polar moment of inertia.
1. Polar moment of inertia of a circular disc is given as,
D4   54
J=  = 61.36 mm4
32 32

2.7. What do you understand by radius of gyration ?

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Ans. Radius of gyration is the distance which is when squared and
multiplied by area gives the moment of inertia of that area.
2.8. State perpendicular axis theorem.
AKTU 2015-16, (I) Marks 02
OR
State and explain perpendicular axis theorem.
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Ans. Perpendicular axis theorem states that the moment of inertia of an
area about an axis perpendicular to its plane (polar moment of
inertia) at any point O is equal to the sum of moments of inertia
about any two mutually perpendicular axis through the same point
O and lying in the plane of the area.
Mathematically, IZZ = IXX + IYY
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2.9. State parallel axis theorem. AKTU 2016-17, (I) Marks 02
Ans. Parallel axis theorem states that the moment of inertia about any
axis in the plane of an area is equal to the sum of moment of inertia
about a parallel centroidal axis and the product of area and square
of the distance between the two parallel axis.

2.10. Define mass moment of inertia.

Ans. Mass moment of inertia of a body about an axis is defined as the
sum total of product of its elemental masses and square of their
distance from the axis.

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3 Basic Structural
Analysis
(2 Marks Questions)

3.1. Write the different types of support.

Ans. Following are the different types of support :
i. Simple support or knife edge support,
ii. Roller support,
iii. Pin joint or hinged support,
iv. Smooth surface support, and
v. Fixed or built-in support.

3.2. List the various types of loads to which the beam can be
subjected. AKTU 2016-17, (I) Marks 02
Ans. Following are the different types of loads to which the beam can be
subjected :
i. Concentrated or point load,
ii. Uniformly distributed load (UDL), and
iii. Uniformly varying load (UVL).

3.3. Differentiate between perfect and imperfect truss.

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Ans.
S. No. Perfect Truss Imperfect Truss
1. Prefect trusses always Imperfect trusses cannot retain
retain their shape. their shape when loaded and
get distorted.
2. Number of members in perfect N umbe rs o f me mbers are
truss are equals to (2j – 3), where either more or less than 2j – 3.
j is number of joints.

3.4. What do you understand by point of contraflexure ?

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Ans. The point of contraflexure is a point which represents the section
on the beam where bending moment is zero or bending moment
changes its sign.

3.5. A truss structure is made up of five members. If the number

of joints in the truss is four then state the nature of truss.
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Ans.
Given : m = 5, j = 4
To Find : Nature of truss.
1. Nature of truss can be determine by the following formula,
m = 2j – 3
m = 2j – 3
= 2×4–3=5
LHS = RHS
So, the given truss is a perfect truss.

3.6. What are the different methods of analysing a frame ?

Ans. A frame is analysed by the following methods :
i. Method of joints,
ii. Method of section, and
iii. Graphical method.

3.7. What assumptions are made while determining stresses in

a truss ? AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 02
Ans. Following are the assumptions made while determining stresses
in a truss :
i. The frame should be a perfect frame.
ii. The frame carries load at the joints.
iii. All the members are pin-joined.

3.8. Discuss the conditions under which the method of section

is preferred over method of joints in analysis of truss.
AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 02
Ans. Under the following two conditions the method of section is
preferred over the method of joints :
i. In a large truss in which forces in only few members are required.
ii. In the situation where the method of joints fails to start/proceed
with analysis.

3.9. Define zero force members.

Ans. The members of a truss in which net force is zero are known as
zero force members.
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3.10. With neat sketches describe in brief different types of beams.
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Ans. Following are the different types of beams :
S. No. Type of beam Diagram

i. Cantilever beam

ii. Simply supported beam

iii. Overhanging beam

iv. Fixed beam

v. Continuous beam

3.11. Determine the maximum bending moment in a simply

supported beam having span of 5 m and carrying a
uniformly distributed load of 10 kN/m throughout its span.
AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : l = 5 m, w = 10 × 103 kN/m
To Find : Maximum bending moment.
1. We know maximum bending moment for simply supported beam
carrying uniformly distributed load is given as,
wl2 10  103  52
(BM)max =  = 31250 N-m
8 8

3.12. Determine the maximum bending moment in a simply

s upported beam of s pan 5 m, carrying uniformly
distributed load of 2 kN/m over its entire span.
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Ans.
Given : w = 2 kN/m, l = 5 m
To Find : Maximum bending moment.
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1. Maximum bending moment for a simply supported beam carrying
uniformly distributed load is given by as,
2 2
(BM)max = wl = 2  5  25 = 6.25 kN-m
8 8 4

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4 Review of Particle
Dynamics
(2 Marks Questions)

4.1. Define rectilinear motion.

Ans. The motion of a body along a straight line is known as rectilinear
motion.

4.2. A mass of 3 kg is dropped from a height from rest. Find the

distance travelled in 5 seconds.
AKTU 2013-14, (I) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : Mass = 3 kg, t = 5 sec,
To Find : Distance travelled in 5 sec.

1 2
1. We know that, s = ut + gt
2
But, u = 0 (body is initially at rest)
1 2 1
 s= gt = × 10 × 52 (Using, g = 10 m/sec2)
2 2
= 125 m

4.3. The equation of motion for motion of a particle is given by

s = 18t + 3t2 – 2t3. Find acceleration and velocity at t = 2 sec.
AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 02
Ans.
Given : s = 18t + 3t2 – 2t3
To Find : Acceleration and velocity at t = 2 sec.

ds
1. We know that, v = = 18 + 6t – 6t2
dt
Velocity at, t = 2 sec
v = 18 + 6 × 2 – 6 × 4
= 6 m/sec
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d2 s
2. Also, acceleration, a = = 6 – 12t
dt2
Acceleration at, t = 2 sec
a = 6 – 12 × 2 = – 18 m/sec2

4.4. What do you understand by plane curvilinear motion ?

Ans. The motion of a body in a plane along a circular path is known as
plane curvilinear motion.

4.5. Define relative motion.

Ans. The motion of a moving body with respect to another moving body
is known as the relative motion of the first body with respect to
second body.
4.6. Define work.
Ans. Work is defined as the product of force and displacement. Its unit is
joule (J).

4.7. What do you mean by energy ?

Ans. The capacity of doing work is known as energy. It is the product of
power and time.

4.8. Define kinetic energy and potential energy.

Ans. Kinetic Energy : The energy possessed by a body by virtue of its
motion is known as kinetic energy. It is given by,
1
KE = mv2
2
Potential Energy : The energy by virtue of position of a body with
respect to any given reference or datum is known as potential
energy. It is given by,
PE = mgh
4.9. Define impulse and momentum.
Ans. Impulse : The product of force and time is known as impulse.
Momentum : The product of mass and velocity of a body is known
as momentum.
4.10. What do you understand by angular momentum ?
Ans. The product of mass moment of inertia and angular velocity of
rotating body is known as angular momentum.

4.11. State the law of conservation of energy.

Ans. Law of conservation of energy states that the energy can neither
be created nor destroyed, though it can be converted from one
form into another form.

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5 Kinetics of Rigid
Bodies
(2 Marks Questions)

5.1. State Newton’s second law of motion.

Ans. Newton’s second law of motion states that the rate of change of
momentum of a body is proportional to the external force applied
on the body and takes place in the direction of the force.

5.2. Define instantaneous centre of rotation.

Ans. The point about which motion of a body having both translational
and rotational motion is assumed to be pure rotational is known as
instantaneous centre of rotation.

5.3. State and explain D’Alembert’s principle.

AKTU 2014-15, (II) Marks 02
OR
State D-Alembert’s principle. AKTU 2015-16, (I) Marks 02
Ans. D’Alembert’s principle states that the net external force acting on
the system and the resultant inertia force are in equilibrium.

5.4. What do you understand by work-energy principle ?

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Ans. Work-energy principle states that the change in kinetic energy of a
body during any displacement is equal to the work done by the
body.

5.5. Write D’Alembert’s principle for rotary motion.

Ans. According to D’Alembert’s principle, when external torques acts on
a system having rotating motion, then the algebraic sum of all the
torques acting on the system due to external forces and reversed
active forces including the inertia torque is zero.

5.6. Give the expression for the kinetic energy of rotating bodies.
1 2
Ans. KE =  I
2
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Where,  = Angular velocity, and
I = Moment of inertia.

5.7. Define virtual displacement.

Ans. The displacement of a partially constrained body which is occurring
only in imagination but not in reality is known as virtual
displacement.

5.8. Write principle of virtual work for a particle and for a rigid
body.
Ans. For Particle :
U = Fr = 0
For Rigid Body :
U = Fr + M = 0

5.9. Write the different types of motion.

AKTU 2015-16, (I) Marks 02
Ans. Following are the different types of motion :
i. Translation,
ii. Rotation, and
iii. General plane motion (combined motion of translation and rotation).

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B.Tech.
(SEM. III) ODD SEMESTER THEORY
EXAMINATION, 2019-20
ENGINEERING MECHANICS

Time : 3 Hours Max. Marks : 100

Note : 1. Attempt all section. If require any missing data; then choose
suitably.

Section-A

1. Attempt all questions in brief. (2 × 10 = 20)

a. Define shear force and bending moment.

b. How does a rigid body differ from an elastic body ?

c. Define center of mass and write down the co-ordinates of

center of gravity of trapezoid.

d. Define work and power. Write the mathematical relation

and SI unit.

e. State and prove law of conservation of momentum.

f. Enlist different types of supports and loading system.

g. Explain with the help of neat diagram, the concept of

limiting friction.

h. Write down D’Alembert’s Principle.

i. Differentiate between stable and unstable equilibrium.

j. State parallel axis theorem. Define radius of gyration.

Section-B

2. Attempt any three of the following : (10 × 3 = 30)

a. State and prove Lami’s theorem.
The greatest and least resultant of two forces acting on
body are 35 kN and 5 kN respectively. Determine the
magnitude of the forces. What would be the angle between
these forces if the magnitude of the resultant is stated to
be 25 kN ?
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b. Calculate the centroid of a semi-circular ring of radius ‘r’,
using method of moments.

c. Find moment of inertia of the Fig. 1 about X-X axis,

thickness of member is 20 mm.
Y

B C
20 mm
F G
150 mm

E H
A
D X
20 mm 160 mm 20 mm
Fig. 1.

d. Differentiate between rectilinear and curvilinear motion.

Also derive the expression for the horizontal range, Time
of flight and maximum height of a projectile with initial
velocity u and inclined at an angle “” with the horizontal.

e. State Work Energy principle.

A uniform cylinder of 125 mm radius has a mass of 0.15 kg.
This cylinder rolls without slipping along a horizontal
surface with a translation velocity of 20 cm/sec. Determine
its total kinetic energy.

Section-C

3. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. Explain how a wedge is used for raising heavy loads. Also
mention the principle.
A body resting on a rough horizontal plane required a pull
of 24 N inclined at 30° to the plane just to move it. It was
also found that a push of 30 N at 30° to the plane was just
enough to cause motion to impend. Make calculations for
the weight of body and the coefficient of friction.

b. A ladder 5m long rests on a horizontal ground and leans

against a smooth vertical wall at an angle 70° with the
horizontal. The weight of the ladder is 900N and acts at its
middle. The ladder is at the point of sliding, when a man
weighing 750N stands 1.5m from the bottom of the ladder.
Calculate coefficient of friction between the ladder and
the floor.
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4. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)
a. Draw the SF and BM diagram for the simply supported
beam loaded as shown in Fig. 2.
2 kN 4 kN 2 kN
A B
C D E
1m 1m 1m 1m
RA RB
Fig. 2.

b. Define and explain the term imperfect truss.

Fig. 3 shows a framed of 4 m span and 1.5 m height subjected
to two point loads at B and D. Find the forces in all the
members of the structure.
8 kN B

1.5 m
A 
D C
2m 2m
12 kN
Fig. 3.

5. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. Explain the principle of virtual work. An overhanging beam
ABC of span 3 m is loaded as shown in Fig. 4. Using the
principle of virtual work, find the reactions at A and B.
1 kN
2 kN/m

A C
B
2m 1m
Fig. 4.

b. In a reciprocating pump, the lengths of connecting rod

and crank is 1125 mm and 250 mm respectively. The crank
is rotating at 420 rpm. Find the velocity with which the
piston will move, when the crank has turned through an
angle of 40° from the inner dead centre.

6. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. Derive an equation for moment of inertia of triangle
centroidal axis and about its base.

b. An I-section is made up of three rectangles as shown in

Fig. 5. Find the moment of inertia of the section about the
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horizontal axis passing through the centre of gravity of
the section.
60 mm

1 20 mm

2 100 mm

20 mm
3 20 mm

100 mm
Fig. 5.

7. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. A body of mass 20 kg moving towards with a velocity of
16 m/sec strikes with another body of 40 kg mass moving
towards left with 50 m/sec. Determine
i. Final velocity of the two bodies.
ii. Loss in kinetic energy due to impact.
iii. Impulse acting on either body during impact.
Take coefficient of restitution as 0.65

b. A particle start with velocity u and the acceleration-

velocity relationship is prescribed as a = – kv where k is a
constant. Set up an express ion that prescribes the
displacement time relation for the particle.

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SOLUTION OF PAPER (2019-20)

Note : 1. Attempt all section. If require any missing data; then choose
suitably.

Section-A

1. Attempt all questions in brief. (2 × 10 = 20)

a. Define shear force and bending moment.
Ans.
1. Shear Force : It is the force that tries to shear off the section of
a beam. It is obtained as algebraic sum of all forces acting normal
to axis of beam, either to the left or to the right of section.
2. Bending Moment : It is the moment that tries to bend the beam
and it is obtained as algebraic sum of moment of all forces about
the section, acting either to left or to the right of section.

b. How does a rigid body differ from an elastic body ?

Ans.
S. No. Elastic Body Rigid Body
1. On applying lo ad it On applying load it do es not
undergoes deformation. deform.
2. On removal of load, comes On removal of load shape and size
back to its original size and remains unchanged.
shape.
3. Deformation is temporary. No deformation.

c. Define center of mass and write down the co-ordinates of

center of gravity of trapezoid.
Ans.
1. Center of Mass : It is the point at which the whole weight of the
body acts. A body is having only one centre of gravity for all positions
of the body.
2. Co-ordinates of Centers of Gravity : From Fig. 1.
Y a

h x
CG y
X
b
Fig. 1.
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2a  b h
x  b / 2, y  
a b 3

d. Define work and power. Write the mathematical relation

and SI unit.
Ans.
1. Work : Work is defined as the product of force and displacement.
Its unit is joule (J).
2. Power : In SI system of units, the unit of power is Joule per second
(J/sec), also called watt (W).
3. Relation :
i. If W is the total work done in a time interval t, then average power
is given by,
Total work done W
Pavg =  ...(1)
T ime taken t
ii. The instantaneous power, i.e., power at a particular instant of time
is given by,
dW d( Fs)
P=  ...(2)
dt dt
iii. The force can be assumed to be constant over this infinitesimally
small time interval dt. Hence, we can write the above expression
as :
Fds
P=  Fv ...(3)
dt

e. State and prove law of conservation of momentum.

Ans.
1. Conservation of Linear Momentum : When no external forces
act on bodies forming a system, the momentum of the system is
conserved i.e., the initial momentum of the system is equal to final
momentum of the system.
2. Proof :
i. Let, F = Net force acting on a rigid body in the direction
of motion through CG of the body.
m = Mass of the rigid body.
a = Acceleration of the body.
ii. We know that,
dv  d v
F = ma = m  a  
dt dt 
Fdt = mdv
iii. Integrating the above equation, we get
t2 v2

 Fdt =  mdv
t1 v1

= m(v2 – v1)
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Impulse = mv2 – mv1
Impulse = Final momentum – Initial momentum

f. Enlist different types of supports and loading system.

Ans.
1. Types of Support : Following are the different types of support :
i. Simple support or knife edge support,
ii. Roller support,
iii. Pin joint or hinged support,
iv. Smooth surface support, and
v. Fixed or built-in support.
2. Types of Load : Following are the different types of loads to which
the beam can be subjected :
i. Concentrated or point load,
ii. Uniformly distributed load (UDL), and
iii. Uniformly varying load (UVL).

g. Explain with the help of neat diagram, the concept of

limiting friction.
Ans. The force of friction has a remarkable property of adjusting its
magnitude, so as to become exactly equal and opposite to the
applied force, which tends to produce motion. There is, however,
a limit beyond which the force of friction cannot increase. If the
applied force exceeds this limit, the force of friction cannot balance
it and the body begins to move in the direction of the applied force.
This maximum value of frictional force, which comes into play,
when a body just begins to slide over the surface of the other
body, is known as limiting friction.

Condition of
impending motion

Limiting
F (Friction)

friction

Static Kinetic
condition condition

P (Applied force)

Fig. 2.

h. Write down D’Alembert’s Principle.

Ans. D’Alembert’s principle states that the net external force acting on
the system and the resultant inertia force are in equilibrium.

i. Differentiate between stable and unstable equilibrium.

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Ans.
S. No. Stable Equilibrium Unstable Equilibrium
1. A body is said to be in stable A body is said to be in an unstable
equilibrium, if it returns equilibrium, if it does not return
back to its original position, back to its original position and
after it is slightly displaced heels farther away, after slightly
from its position of rest. displaced from its position of rest.
2. This happens when some This happens when the additional
additional force sets up due force moves the body away from
to displacement and brings its position of rest.
the body back to its original
position.
3. A smooth cylinder, lying in a A smooth cylinder lying on a
concave surface, is in stable convex surface is in unstable
equilibrium. equilibrium.

j. State parallel axis theorem. Define radius of gyration.

Ans.
1. Parallel Axis Theorem : Parallel axis theorem states that the
moment of inertia about any axis in the plane of an area is equal
to the sum of moment of inertia about a parallel centroidal axis
and the product of area and square of the distance between the
two parallel axis.
2. Radius of Gyration : Radius of gyration is the distance which is
when squared and multiplied by area gives the moment of inertia
of that area.
Section-B
2. Attempt any three of the following : (10 × 3 = 30)
a. State and prove Lami’s theorem.
The greatest and least resultant of two forces acting on
body are 35 kN and 5 kN respectively. Determine the
magnitude of the forces. What would be the angle between
these forces if the magnitude of the resultant is stated to
be 25 kN ?
Ans.
A. Statement of Lami’s Theorem : Lami’s theorem states that if
three forces acting at a point are in equilibrium, then each force
will be proportional to the sine of the angle between the other two
forces.
B. Proof of Lami’s Theorem :
1. The three forces acting on a point are in equilibrium and hence
they can be represented by the three sides of the triangle taken in
the same order.
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2. Now draw the force triangle as shown in Fig. 3(b).
3. Now applying sine rule, we get
P Q R
= 
sin(180  ) sin(180   ) sin(180  )
4. This can also be written as,
P Q R
= 
sin  sin  sin 
Q

 

O P


R (a)


)
–
0°

R
8
(1

(180° –  )
(180° –  ) 
O
P
 (b)
Fig. 3.
C. Numerical :
Given : Maximum resultant = 35 kN, Minimum resultant = 5 kN
To Find : Angle between two forces, magnitude of forces.
1. Let P and Q be the two forces and  be the angle of indication
between them. According to the parallelogram law of forces, the
resultant R is
R2 = P2 + Q2 + 2PQ cos 
2. The resultant will be maximum when the forces are collinear and
in the same direction, i.e.,  = 0°. The gives
R2 = P 2  Q2  2 PQ cos 0  P 2  Q 2  2 PQ  P  Q
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3. The resultant will be minimum when the forces are collinear and
act in the opposite direction, i.e.,  = 180°. That gives
R = P 2  Q 2  2PQ cos 180  P 2  Q 2  2 PQ  P  Q
 5= P–Q ...(2)
4. From the eq. (1) and eq. (2), we get
P = 20 kN and Q = 15 kN
5. Let  be the angle between the force P = 20 kN and Q = 15 kN
when their resultant is 25 kN, then
252 = 202 + 152 + 2 × 20 × 15 cos 
625 = 400 + 225 + 600 cos 
cos  = 0;  = 90°
Thus the given system of forces is at right angles to each other
when the resultant is 25 kN.

b. Calculate the centroid of a semi-circular ring of radius ‘r’,

using method of moments.
Ans.
1. Consider a semicircular arc of radius r as shown in Fig. 4.
Y

dL

d
r
y
 X
(– r, 0) (r, 0)
Fig. 4.
2. Let us take an elemental strip of thickness dL at a distance ‘y’ from
the X-axis.
3. Solving the problem using polar co-ordinates.

Integral to be evaluated is yc =  ydL

 dL
4. From Fig. 4. y = r sin  and dL = r d


 (r sin )rd r 2[– cos ]0

0
yc = =

r[ ]0
 rd
0
 r 2[cos   cos 0]  r 2[ 1  1] 2r
= = =
r r 
5. Thus the centroid of a semicircle of radius R is at a distance 2r/
from the base.

c. Find moment of inertia of the Fig. 5 about X-X axis,

thickness of member is 20 mm.
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Y

B C
20 mm
F G
150 mm

E H
A
D X
20 mm 160 mm 20 mm
Fig. 5.
Ans.
Given : Thickness of member = 20 mm
To Find : Moment of inertia about XX axis.
1. We know that, moment of inertia of rectangular section about its
base = bd3/3
2. Moment of inertia of hatch portion = Moment of inertia of rectangle
ABCD – Moment of inertia of rectangle EFGH about its base.
200  1503 160  1303
=   107.83  106 mm 4
3 3
d. Differentiate between rectilinear and curvilinear motion.
Also derive the expression for the horizontal range, time
of flight and maximum height of a projectile with initial
velocity u and inclined at an angle “” with the horizontal.
Ans.
A. Difference :
S. No. Rectilinear Motion Curvilinear Motion
1. The motion of the body along The motion of the body along a
a straight line is called curved path is called curvilinear
rectilinear motion. motion.
2. It is also kno wn as one It is also kno wn as multi
dimensional motion. dimensional motion.
3. Equatio ns of motio n for Equatio ns o f mo tio n fo r
rectilinear motion are given curvilinear motion are given by,
by, w = w0 + t
v = u + at  = w0t + (1/2) t2
s = ut + (1/2) at2 w2 = w02 + 2
v2 = u2 + 2as
4. Example : A ball thrown Example : A golf ball hit from the
vertically upward, a car ground, a motion travelling on a
travelling on a straight road. curved road.
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B. Expression :
1. Equation of Motion for Projectile Motion :
i. Motion along the X-direction (Uniform Motion) :
ax = 0 ...(1)
vx = v0 cos  ...(2)
x = (v 0 cos ) t ...(3)
ii. Motion along the Y-direction (Uniform Accelerated
Motion) :
ay = – g ...(4)
vy = v0 sin  – gt ...(5)
vy2 = (v 0 sin )2 – 2gy ...(6)
1 2
y = (v 0 sin ) t – gt ...(7)
2
Y

vy v
vx

vx
v0 v x
v 0 sin 

v y v

O v cos  X
0
Fig. 6. Projectile motion.
2. Derivation of Various Terms :
i. Time Taken to Reach Maximum Height and Time of Flight :
a. When the particle reaches the maximum height, we know
that the vertical component of velocity i.e., v y is zero.
Therefore, from the eq. (5), we have
0 = v0 sin  – gt
b. Hence, the time taken to reach the maximum height is,
v0 sin 
t= ...(8)
g
c. Since the time of ascent is equal to the time of descent, the
total time taken for the projectile to return to the same level
of projection is,
2 v0 sin 
T=
g
ii. Maximum Height Reached :
a. Substituting the value of time of ascent in the eq. (7), we get
2
 v sin   1  v 0 sin  
y = v 0 sin   0   2 g  
 g g
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v02 sin 2  1  v02 sin 2   v2
=  g 2  = 0 sin 2 
g 2  g  2g
b. Hence, the maximum height reached is,
v02 sin 2 
hmax =
2g
iii. Range :
a. The horizontal distance between the point of projection and
point of return of projectile to the same level of projection is
termed as range.
b. Hence, range is obtained by substituting the value of total
time of flight in the eq. (3),
 2 v sin  
R = (v 0 cos )T = (v0 cos  )  0 
 g 
c. Since, sin 2 = 2 sin  cos , we can write,
v2 sin 2
R= 0
g

e. State Work Energy principle.

A uniform cylinder of 125 mm radius has a mass of 0.15 kg.
This cylinder rolls without slipping along a horizontal
surface with a translation velocity of 20 cm/sec. Determine
its total kinetic energy.
Ans.
A. Statement of Work-Energy Principle : Work-energy principle
states that the change in kinetic energy of a body during any
displacement is equal to the work done by the net force acting on
the body or we can say that work done is equal to change in kinetic
energy of the body.
B. Numerical :
Given : Translation velocity, v = 20 cm/sec = 0.20 m/sec,
Mass of cylinder, m = 0.15 kg, Radius of cylinder, R = 0.125 m.
To Find : Kinetic energy.
1. Total KE of rotating body is given by,
1 1
Total KE = I 2  m v 2 ...(1)
2 2
2. Moment of inertia of solid cylinder,
MR 2 0.1252
I= = 0.15   1.172  10 3
2 2
v 0.20
3. Angular velocity,  =   1.6 rad/ sec
R 0.125
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4. Substituting these values in eq. (1), we get
1 1
Total KE =  1.172  10 3  1.62   0.15  0.22
2 2
= 4.5 × 10– 3 Joule

Section-C

3. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. Explain how a wedge is used for raising heavy loads. Also
mention the principle.
A body resting on a rough horizontal plane required a pull
of 24 N inclined at 30° to the plane just to move it. It was
also found that a push of 30 N at 30° to the plane was just
enough to cause motion to impend. Make calculations for
the weight of body and the coefficient of friction.
Ans.
A. Wedge :
1. A wedge is, usually, of a triangular or trapezoidal in cross-section.
It is, generally, used for slight adjustments in the position of a
body i.e., for tightening fits or keys for shafts. Sometimes, a wedge
is also used for lifting heavy weights as shown in Fig. 7.

E F

Body
B
G
D Wedge P
A C

Fig. 7.
2. It will be interesting to know that the problems on wedges are
basically the problems of equilibrium on inclined planes.
3. Thus these problems may be solved either by the equilibrium
method or by applying Lami’s theorem.
4. Now consider a wedge ABC, which is used to lift the body DEFG
Let, W = Weight fo the body DEFG.
P = Force required to lift the body.
µ = Coefficient of friction on the planes AB, AC
and DE such that, tan  = µ.
5. A little consideration will show that when the force is sufficient to
lift the body, the sliding will take place along three planes AB, AC
and DE will also occur as shown in Fig. 8(a) and (b).
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E F
R1
 R2 
W B
G B P
D
A A C
 R2
R3 
(a) Forces on the body DEFG (b) Forces on the wedge ABC
Fig. 8.
6. The three reactions and the horizontal force (P) may now be
found out either by graphical method or analytical method as
discussed below :
Analytical Method :
i. First of all, consider the equilibrium of the body DEFG and resolve
the forces W, R1 and R2 horizontally as well as vertically.
ii. Now consider the equilibrium of the wedge ABC, and resolve the
forces P, R2 and R3 horizontally as well as vertically.
B. Numerical :
Given : Pull = 24 N, Push = 30 N, Angle inclination with horizontal
plane (α) = 30°
To Find : Weight of body and the coefficient of friction.

1. Let, W = Weight of the body.

R = Normal reaction.
 = Coefficient of friction.
2. Firstly we consider a pull of 24 N acting on the body. We know
that in this case, the force of friction (F1) will act towards left as
shown in Fig. 9(a).
3. Resolving the forces horizontally,
F1 = 24 cos 30° = 24 × 0.866 = 20.785 N
4. Resolving the forces vertically,
R1 = W – 24 sin 30° = W – 24 × 0.5 = W – 12
5. We know that the force of friction (F1),
20.785 = R1 = (W – 24) ...(1)
R1 24 N R2 30 N
30° 30°
F1 F2

W W
(a) (b )
Fig. 9.
6. Now consider a push of 30 N acting on the body. We know that in
this case, the force of friction (F2) will act towards right as shown
in Fig. 9(b).
7. Resolving the forces horizontally,
F2 = 30 cos 30° = 30 × 0.866 = 25.98 N
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8. Resolving the forces horizontally,
R2 = W + 30 sin 30° = W + 30 × 0.5 = W + 15
9. We know that the force of friction (F2),
25.98 = R2 = (W + 15) ...(2)
10. Dividing eq. (1) and eq. (2), we get
20.785 (W  24) W  24
= 
25.98  (W  15) W  15
20.785 W + 311.775 = 25.98 W – 623.52
5.195 W = 935.295
Weight of body, W = 935.295/5.195 = 180.04 N
11. Now substituting the value of W in eq. (1), we get
20.785 = (180.04 – 24) = 156.04 
Coefficient of friction,  = 20.785/156.04 = 0.133 N
b. A ladder 5m long rests on a horizontal ground and leans
against a smooth vertical wall at an angle 70° with the
horizontal. The weight of the ladder is 900N and acts at its
middle. The ladder is at the point of sliding, when a man
weighing 750N stands 1.5m from the bottom of the ladder.
Calculate coefficient of friction between the ladder and
the floor.
Ans.
Given : Length of the ladder (l) = 5 m; Angle which the ladder
makes with the horizontal () = 70°; Weight of the ladder
(w1) = 900 N; Weight of man (w2) = 750 N and distance between
the man and bottom of ladder = 1.5 m.
To Find : Calculate coefficient of friction between ladder and the
floor.
1. Forces acting on the ladder are shown in Fig. 10,

5m 750 N

1.5 m
900 N
Ff
A 70° C

RA
Fig. 10.
2. Let, f = Coefficient of friction between ladder and floor.
RA = Normal reaction at point A.
3. Resolving the forces vertically, RA = 900 + 750 = 1650 N ...(1)
4. Force of friction at A, Ff = f × RA = f × 1650 ...(2)
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5. Now taking moments about B, and equating the same,
RA × 5 sin 20° = (Ff × 5 cos 20°) + (900 × 2.5 sin 20°)
+ (750 × 3.5 sin 20°)
= (Ff × 5 cos 20°) + (4875 sin 20°)
6. Now substituting the values of RA and Ff from eq. (1) and eq. (2),
we get
1650 × 5 sin 20° = (f × 1650 × 5 cos 20°) + (4875 sin 20°)
7. Dividing both sides by 5 sin 20°,
1650 = (f × 1650 × cot 20°) + 975
= (f × 1650 × 2.7475) + 975 = 4533.375 f + 975
 f = 0.15

4. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. Draw the SF and BM diagram for the simply supported
beam loaded as shown in Fig. 11.
2 kN 4 kN 2 kN
A B
C D E
1m 1m 1m 1m
RA RB
Fig. 11.
Ans.
Given : Load on beam as shown in Fig. 11.
To Find : Draw SFD and BMD.
2 kN 4 kN 2 kN

A B
C D E
RA = 4 kN 1m 1m 1m 1m RB = 4 kN

(a) Loading diagram

4 kN
+
2 kN 2 kN

– 2 kN

4 kN 4 kN
(b) SFD
6 kN-m

4 kN-m 4 kN-m

(c) BMD
Fig. 12. SFD and BMD.
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1. Calculate the Support Reaction :
i. To determine the support reactions taking moments about A, we
get
RB × 4 = 2 × 1 + 4 (1 + 1) + 2(1 + 1 + 1) = 2+ 8 + 6 = 16
RB = 16/4 = 4 kN
ii. Fy = 0 R A + RB = 2 + 4 + 2 = 8 kN
 RA = 8 – RB = 8 – 4 = 4 kN
2. Shear Force Calculations :
SB – E = + 4 kN
SE – D = 4 – 2 = 2 kN
SD – C = 2 – 4 = – 2 kN
SC – A = – 2 – 2 = – 4 kN
SF at point A, SA = – 4 + 4 = 0 kN
SF diagram is shown in Fig. 12(b).
3. Calculation of Bending Moment :
MB = 0
ME = 4 × 1 = 4 kN-m
MD = 4(1 + 1) – 2 × 1 = 8 – 2 = 6 kN-m
MC = 4(1 + 1 + 1) – 2 (1 + 1) – 4 × 1 = 12 – 4 – 4 = 4 kN-m
MA = 4(1 + 1 + 1 + 1) – 2(1 + 1 + 1) – 4(1 + 1) – 2 × 1
= 16 – 6 – 8 – 2 = 0
BM diagram is shown in Fig. 12(c).

b. Define and explain the term imperfect truss.

Fig. 13 shows a framed of 4 m span and 1.5 m height
subjected to two point loads at B and D. Find the forces in
all the members of the structure.

8 kN B

1.5 m
A 
D C
2m 2m
12 kN

Fig. 13.
Ans.
A. Imperfect Truss :
1. A frame in which number of members and number of joints are not
given by n = 2j – 3 is known as imperfect frame. This means that
number of members in an imperfect frame will be either more or
less than (2j – 3).
2. If the number of members in a frame are less than (2j – 3), then the
frame is known as deficient frame.
3. If the number of members in a frame are more than (2j – 3), then
the frame is known as redundant frame.
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B. Numerical :
Given : Span = 4 m, Horizontal load, H = 8 kN, Vertical load,
V = 12 kN.
To Find : Forces in all the members.
1. Horizontal reaction, Fx = 0, HA = 8 kN ()
2. Vertical reaction, Fy = 0, VA + VC = 12 kN ...(1)
3. Taking moments about A and equating the same,
VC × 4 = (8 × 1.5) + (12 × 2) = 36
VC = 36/4 = 9 kN ()
4. From eq. (1), we get VA = 12 – 9 = 3 kN ()
5. From the geometry of the Fig. 14, we get
tan  = 1.5/2 = 0.75 or  = 36.9°
Similarly, sin  = sin 36.9° = 0.6 and cos  = cos 36.9° = 0.8
6. Consider the equilibrium at joint A,
i. Fx = 0
FBA B B B
FBC
A FBD

8 kN D
FAD  12 kN 12 kN
D C A C
FCD FDA D F
DC
3 kN
9 kN 12 kN
(a) (b ) (c )
Fig. 14.
FAD = 8 kN + FBA cos  = 8 + cos 36.9° FBA ...(2)
ii. Fy = 0
FBA sin  = 3 kN
FBA = 3/sin 36.9° = 5 kN
iii. From eq. (2) we get
FAD = 8 + 5 × 0.8 = 12 kN
7. Consider the equilibrium at joint C,
i. Fx = 0
FCD = FBC cos  = FBC cos 36.9° ...(3)
ii. Fy = 0
FBC sin  = 9 kN
FBC = 9/sin 36.9° = 15 kN
iii. From eq. (3) we get
FCD = 15 × 0.8 = 12 kN
8. Considering the equilibrium of joint D, Fy = 0
FDB = 12 kN
9. Now tabulate the results as given below :
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S. No. Member Magnitude of force in kN Nature of Force
1. AB 5.0 Compression
2. AD 12.0 Tension
3. BC 15.0 Compression
4. CD 12.0 Tension
5. BD 12.0 Tension

5. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. Explain the principle of virtual work. An overhanging beam
ABC of span 3 m is loaded as shown in Fig. 15. Using the
principle of virtual work, find the reactions at A and B.
1 kN
2 kN/m

A C
B
2m 1m
Fig. 15.
Ans.
A. Principle :
1. For the particle or rigid body to remain in equilibrium in the
displaced position also, we know that the resultant force acting on
it must be zero. Thus, we say that work done in causing this
virtual displacement is also zero. This is known as principle of
virtual work.
2. For a system of concurrent forces F1, F1, .... F1, the virtual work
done is given by,
U = F1  r + F2 r + ..... + Fn  r
= (F1 + F2 + ..... + Fn)  r
 
= Fr
3. As a system of concurrent force can be replaced by a single resultant
force, the virtual work done is equal to the work done by the
resultant.
4. For the body to remain in equilibrium in the displaced position, we
know that the resultant must be zero. Hence, virtual work done
in causing this virtual displacement is also zero, i.e.,

U =  F r  0
5. The necessary and sufficient condition for the equilibrium of a
particle is zero virtual work done by all external forces acting on
the particle during any virtual displacement consistent with the
constraints imposed on the particle.
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6. Similarly, for a rigid body, we can write the principle of virtual
work as
U =  F r   M   0
B. Numerical :
Given : Span, AB = 2 m and span, BC = 1 m, Concentrated load,
W = 1 kN, Intensity of UDL, w = 2 kN/m
To Find : Reaction at A and B.
1. From the geometry of the Fig. 16, we find that when the virtual
upward displacement of the beam at B is y, then the virtual upward
displacement of the beam at C is 1.5 y as shown in Fig. 16.
2. Total virtual work done by the two reactions RA and RB
= +[(RA × 0) + (RB × y)] = + RB × y
(Plus sign due to reactions acting upwards)
1 kN
2 kN/m

A C
B
2m 1m

y 1.5 y

A B C
RA RB
Fig. 16.
3. Total virtual work done by the point load at C and uniformly
distributed load between A and C
  0  1.5 y 
=  (1  1.5 y)  2   3  = – (1.5y + 4.5y) = – 6y
  2 
(Minus sign due to loads acting downwards)
4. We know that from the principle of virtual work, the algebraic
sum of the total virtual works done is zero, therefore
RB × y – 6y = 0, RB = 6 kN
5. Fy = 0, RA + RB = 2 × 3 + 1 = 7 kN, RA = 7 – 6 = 1 kN

b. In a reciprocating pump, the lengths of connecting rod

and crank is 1125 mm and 250 mm respectively. The crank
is rotating at 420 rpm. Find the velocity with which the
piston will move, when the crank has turned through an
angle of 40° from the inner dead centre.
Ans.
Given : Radius of the crank (r) = 250 mm = 0.25 m; Length of
connecting rod (l) = 1125 mm = 1.125 m; Angular rotation of
crank (N) = 420 rpm and Angle () = 40°
To Find : Velocity of piston.
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1. We know that angular velocity of the crank,
2  420
1 = = 14  rad/sec
60
2. From the geometry of the Fig. 17, we get
BM AB sin 40 0.25  0.643
sin  =   = 0.143 or  = 8.125°
BC BC 1.125
vB

B
1125 mm

25
0
m
 40°

m
C vC D M A

Fig. 17.
3. We know that velocity of the piston, vc = 1(l sin  + r cos  tan )
= 14[1.125 sin (8.22°) + 0.25 cos 40° tan (8.22°)] = 8.286 m/sec

6. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. Derive an equation for moment of inertia of triangle
centroidal axis and about its base.
Ans.
1. Consider an elemental strip at a distance y from the base AA. Let
dy be the thickness of the strip and dA its area. Width of this strip
is given by,
(h – y)  y
b1 =  b = 1 –  b
h  h

dy h
b1
y X X
h/3
A A
b
Fig. 18.
2. Moment of inertia of this strip about AA
= y2dA
= y2 b1 dy
2  y
= y  1 –  bdy
 h
3. Moment of inertia of the triangle about AA,
h
h
2 y  2 y3 
IAA = 0 by  1 – h  dy =  b  y
0
–
h
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h
 y3 y4 
= b – 
3 4h 0
bh3
IAA =
12
4. By parallel axis theorem,
IAA = IXX + Ay2
IXX = IAA – Ay2
2
bh3 1  h 
= – bh   ( y = h/3)
12 2  3 
bh3 bh3
= 
12 18
bh3
IXX =
36

b. An I-section is made up of three rectangles as shown in

Fig. 19. Find the moment of inertia of the section about the
horizontal axis passing through the centre of gravity of
the section.
60 mm

1 20 mm

2 100 mm
20 mm

3 20 mm

100 mm
Fig. 19.
Ans.
Given : I-section is shown in Fig. 19.
To Find : Moment of inertia about its centroidal axis.
1. As the section is symmetrical about Y-Y axis, therefore its centre
of gravity will lie on this axis. Let bottom face of the bottom flange
be the axis of reference.
2. Rectangle-1 :
Area, a1 = 60 × 20 = 1200 mm
and y1 = 20 + 100 + 20/2 = 130 mm
3. Rectangle-2 :
Area, a2 = 100 × 20 = 2000 mm2
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and y2 = 20 + 100 / 2 = 70 mm
4. Rectangle-3 :
Area, a3 = 100 × 20 = 2000 mm2
and y3 = 20 / 2 = 10 mm
5. Centre of gravity of the section from bottom face,
a1 y1  a2 y2  a3 y3
y =
a1  a2  a3
(1200  130)  (2000  70)  (2000  10)
= mm
1200  2000  2000
y = 60.8 mm
Y
1

2
X X

y
3
X
Fig. 20.
5. Moment of inertia of rectangle (1) about an axis through its centre
of gravity,
60  (20)3
IG1 = = 40 × 103 mm4
12
Distance between centre of gravity of rectangle (1) and X-X axis
of whole section,
h1 = 130 – 60.8 = 69.2 mm
6. From parallel axis theorem moment of inertia of rectangle (1)
about X-X axis,
= IG1 + a1h12 = (40 × 103) + [1200 × (69.2)2] = 5786.37 × 103 mm4
7. Similarly, moment of inertia of rectangle (2) about an axis through
its centre of gravity,
20  (100)3
IG2 = = 1666.67 × 103 mm4
12
Distance between centre of gravity of rectangle (2) and X-X axis
h2 = 70 – 60.8 = 9.2 mm
8. Moment of inertia of rectangle (2) about X-X axis,
= IG2 + a2 h22 = (1666.67 × 103) + [2000 × (9.2)2]
= 1836.95 × 103 mm4
9. Moment of inertia of rectangle (3) about an axis through its centre
of gravity,
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IG3 = = 66.67 × 103 mm4
12
Distance between centre of gravity of rectangle (3) and X-X axis,
h3 = 60.8 – 10 = 50.8 mm
Moment of inertia of rectangle (3) about X-X axis,
= IG3 + a3h32 = (66.67 × 103) + [2000 × (50.8)2]
= 5227.95 × 103 mm4
Now moment of inertia of the whole section about X-X axis,
IXX = 5786.37 × 103 + 1836.95 × 103 + 5227.95 × 103
= 12851.27 × 103 mm3

7. Attempt any one part of the following : (10 × 1 = 10)

a. A body of mass 20 kg moving towards with a velocity of
16 m/sec strikes with another body of 40 kg mass moving
towards left with 50 m/sec. Determine
i. Final velocity of the two bodies.
ii. Loss in kinetic energy due to impact.
iii. Impulse acting on either body during impact.
Take coefficient of restitution as 0.65
Ans.
Given : m1 = 20 kg, u1 = 16 m/sec, m2 = 40 kg, u2 = 50 m/sec,
e = 0.65
To Find : i. Find velocities of both bodies.
ii. Loss in kinetic energy.
iii. Impulse acting on either body during impact.
A. Final Velocity of the Two Bodies :
( ) u2 ( ) v2
( ) u1 ( ) v1
m1 m2 m1 m2

Before collision After collision

Fig. 21.
1. Applying movement conservation of system
m1u1 + m2u2 = m1v1 + m2v2
20 × 16 + 40 × (– 50) = 20(– v1) + 40(– v2)
v1 + 2v2 = 84 ...(1)
v1  v2
2. We know that, – e =
u1  u2
 v 1  ( v 2 )
– 0.65 =
16  ( 50)
– v1 + v2 = – 42.9
v1 – v2 = 42.9 ...(2)
3. Solving the eq. (1) and eq. (2), we get
v1 = 56.6 m/sec, and v2 = 13.7 m/sec
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B. Loss in Kinetic Energy :
Loss in kinetic energy = Kinetic energy before collision – Kinetic
energy after collision
1 1 1 1 
= m1u12  m2u22   m1 v12  m2 v 22 
2 2 2 2 
1 1 1 1
=  20  (16)2   40( 50)2   20  ( 56.6)2   40  ( 13.7)2
2 2 2 2
= 2560 + 50000 – 32035.6 – 3753.8 = 16770.6 J
C. Impulse :
1. Impulse of first body,
I1 = m1v1 = m1(v 1 – u1)
= 20(– 56.6 – 16) = – 1452 kg-m/sec
2. Impulse of second body,
I2 = m2v2 = m2(v 2 – u2) = 40[– 13.7 – (– 50)] = – 1452 kg-m/sec

b. A particle start with velocity u and the acceleration-

velocity relationship is prescribed as a = – kv where k is a
constant. Set up an express ion that prescribes the
displacement time relation for the particle.
Ans.
Given : Acceleration, a = – kv, Initial velocity = u.
To Find : Expression for displacement and time.
dv
1. Acceleration of particle is given by, a =   kv ...(1)
dt
2. Upon rearranging, we get
dv
= – kdt
v
3. Integrating both side, ln v = – kt + C1 ...(2)
Since v = u at t = 0, we have C1 = ln u. Therefore, the eq. (2) can be
written as
v
ln = – kt
u
v
or = e– kt
u
 v = ue – kt ...(3)
4. Further, we can write velocity as :
dx
v=  ue kt
dt
On rearranging, dx = ue – ktdt
5. Integrating both side, we get
u  kt
x=  e  C2 ...(4)
k
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6. At t = 0, x = 0, we get
u
C2 =
k
7. Put the value of C2 in eq. (4), we get
u
x= [1  e kt ]
k

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