Structural Analysis and Mechanics · Lesson 27 of 27

Shear Flow in Thin-Walled Sections

Build shear flow q = VQ/I from equilibrium, turn it into shear stress tau = VQ/(I t) in flanges and webs, size the fasteners of a built-up beam from the connector spacing s = n F / q, and locate the shear center of a channel, every step carried to a number with units.

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