Question: A motor is connected to a pump with 1 . 5 in Pump diameter shaft spining at 5 0 0 rpm . If the shaft

A motor is connected to a pump with 1.5 in Pump
diameter shaft spining at 500 rpm. If the shaft coupling uses a 1" long x 0.375" square key, what is the maximum size motor that can be used for a FoS of 2. Motors are only available in 1 hp increments.
The key is made from 1020 cold rolled steel and the shaft is made from 4130 steel quench and tempered at 1200 deg F.(Used book values for material properties)
If applicable, use von Mises equivalent stresses.
Will the key shear or yield first? (shear, yield, same time, or cannot be determined)
What magnitude of force will cause the key to fail in shear?
What magnitude of force will cause the key to yield (bearing failure)?
What magnitude of torque will cause key failure?
What horsepower motor should be used?
What is the yielding FoS for the shaft at the key seat using the selected motor?
A motor is connected to a pump with 1 . 5 in Pump

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