Bending Stress in Shaft Formula

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The Bending Stress is the normal stress that is induced at a point in a body subjected to loads that cause it to bend. Check FAQs
σb=32Mbπds3
σb - Bending Stress?Mb - Bending Moment?ds - Diameter of Shaft?π - Archimedes' constant?

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312.4153Edit=3253Edit3.14161200Edit3
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Bending Stress in Shaft Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Bending Stress in Shaft?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
σb=32Mbπds3
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
σb=3253N*mπ1200mm3
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
σb=3253N*m3.14161200mm3
Next Step Convert Units
σb=3253N*m3.14161.2m3
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
σb=32533.14161.23
Next Step Evaluate
σb=312.415258661869Pa
LAST Step Rounding Answer
σb=312.4153Pa

Bending Stress in Shaft Formula Elements

Variables
Constants
Bending Stress
The Bending Stress is the normal stress that is induced at a point in a body subjected to loads that cause it to bend.
Symbol: σb
Measurement: PressureUnit: Pa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Bending Moment
The Bending Moment is the reaction induced in a structural element when an external force or moment is applied to the element, causing the element to bend.
Symbol: Mb
Measurement: Moment of ForceUnit: N*m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Diameter of Shaft
The Diameter of Shaft is the diameter of the external surface of a shaft which is a rotating element in the transmitting system for transmitting power.
Symbol: ds
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Archimedes' constant
Archimedes' constant is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Symbol: π
Value: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288

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How to Evaluate Bending Stress in Shaft?

Bending Stress in Shaft evaluator uses Bending Stress = (32*Bending Moment)/(pi*Diameter of Shaft^3) to evaluate the Bending Stress, The bending stress in shaft is the normal stress that shaft encounters when it is subjected to a large load at a particular point that causes the object to bend and become fatigued. Bending Stress is denoted by σb symbol.

How to evaluate Bending Stress in Shaft using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Bending Stress in Shaft, enter Bending Moment (Mb) & Diameter of Shaft (ds) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Bending Stress in Shaft

What is the formula to find Bending Stress in Shaft?
The formula of Bending Stress in Shaft is expressed as Bending Stress = (32*Bending Moment)/(pi*Diameter of Shaft^3). Here is an example- 312.4153 = (32*53)/(pi*1.2^3).
How to calculate Bending Stress in Shaft?
With Bending Moment (Mb) & Diameter of Shaft (ds) we can find Bending Stress in Shaft using the formula - Bending Stress = (32*Bending Moment)/(pi*Diameter of Shaft^3). This formula also uses Archimedes' constant .
Can the Bending Stress in Shaft be negative?
No, the Bending Stress in Shaft, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Bending Stress in Shaft?
Bending Stress in Shaft is usually measured using the Pascal[Pa] for Pressure. Kilopascal[Pa], Bar[Pa], Pound Per Square Inch[Pa] are the few other units in which Bending Stress in Shaft can be measured.
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