Question: Q 2 . Three solid shafts A B , B C and C D of the same diameter are connected and fixed at end A

Q2. Three solid shafts AB,BC and CD of the same diameter are connected and fixed at end A under loadings shown in Figure 2. Given the allowable shear stress 60 MPa and shear modulus 50 GPa, (a) determine the minimum diameter for the shafts; (b) with this diameter, determine the twist angle of end D, and state whether clockwise or counter-clockwise in the view from D towards A.[10 marks]
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Q 2 . Three solid shafts A B , B C and C D of the

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