ME 353 FALL 2014 EXAM ONE (10 Points)

Short Answer Questions:

Answer two out of three in a paragraph for each question answered. Be sure to write
legibly so that you can be given appropriate credit. Use a separate page (both may be on
the same page) for the Short Answer Questions.
You may, if you wish, answer all three questions for possible extra credit.
Question One
Explain why the ANSYS 8-node Quad element is normally used for 2-D solid analysis and
the ten-node tetrahedral (tet) Element for 3-D solid analysis. Be as specific as possible,
using the correct terminology.
Question Two
Explain why significant numbers of SCUBA tanks have burst in service. Include the
location in the tanks at which failures typically initiated and the physical phenomenon
responsible. Be as specific as possible.
Question Three
Describe the Uncontained Engine Failure that occurred on a Quantas Airbus A380 flight
from Singapore to Australia. Include a description of the effects of the failure and of the
potential consequences that were luckily avoided. Explain how the failure was caused. Be
as specific as possible.

Problem One (30 Points)

Also determine the absolute maximum Transverse Shear Stress in the Beam.
Your solution include a fully documented equilibrium analysis, with a fully labeled and
dimensioned FBD, to determine Reactions. It should also include Fully Labeled Shear and
Bending Moment Diagrams.
Be sure to work use Correct Units in your stress calculations. The Equilibrium Analysis
may be carried out and the Shear and Bending Moment Diagram drawn, however, in terms
of ft and lb ft, if you wish, as this is normal practice.

Problem Two (30 Points)

The stepped shaft is manufactured from a Brittle material with an Ultimate Strength in
Tension of 40 ksi and an Ultimate Strength in Compression of 120 ksi. Estimate the Factor
of Safety with respect to Brittle Fracture of the shaft using each of the two applicable
Theories of Failure. Specify the names of the each Theory as it is used.
The shaft is loaded by a 100 lb. vertical force, F, acting in the negative z Direction. The
transition radius at the step is 0.050 inch.
Your solution should be documented with calculations following the usual guidelines.
They include, the Three-Step Rule, correct subscripts on all stress components,
Stress etc., computing and showing rations used to look-up Stress Concentration
Factors and Numbers of Tables used.
The following diagrams are required.
A three-dimensional sketch showing Numerical Values of Internal Forces and
Moments acting on the Critical Cross Section. Clearly indicate the Critical Point on
the Cross Section.
A three dimensional sketch showing Numerical Values of Stresses on an Element at
the Critical Location.
Failure Diagrams showing Load Lines passing through the origin, and their
Intersections with Failure Boundaries. Coordinates of Intersections should be
shown. Specify the name of the Theory associated with each of the Diagrams.
Due to the simple cantilever geometry, Shear and Bending Moment Diagrams are not
required.
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Problem Three (30 Points)

A hub and a solid shaft with a nominal diameter of 2.5 in. are to be assembled with a
locational interference fit. The hub is made of ASTM Grade 30 Grey Cast Iron and has an
outside diameter of 5.0 in. The shaft is made of AISI 1020 CD Steel.
Determine:

The maximum and minimum diameters for the shaft and hub to achieve the
desired fit.
The maximum pressure that could be experienced at the interface with the
determined diameters.
The worst case factor of safety guarding against brittle fracture of the hub at
its critical location after assembly.
The worst case factor of safety guarding against brittle fracture of the hub at
its outside surface after assembly.

Required material properties are available in Tables A-5 and A-24 in the text.
Choose one of the two appropriate Theories of Failure in Factor of Safety calculations.
Specify the name of the Theory used. Failure Diagrams are not required for this problem.