A cross section in the shape of a circular arc of constant thickness is shown in the

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A cross section in the shape of a circular arc of constant thickness is shown in the figure. Derive the following formula for the distance e from the center of the arc to the shear center S:
A cross section in the shape of a circular arc

In which b is in radians. Also, plot a graph showing how the distance e varies as β varies from 0 to π.

A cross section in the shape of a circular arc
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Mechanics of Materials

ISBN: 978-0495438076

7th edition

Authors: James M. Gere, Barry J. Goodno

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