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torsional stiffness is the ability of an object to resist twisting when acted upon by an external force, torque. Check FAQs
q=Frθ
q - Torsional Stiffness?Fr - Restoring Force?θ - Angular Displacement of Shaft?

Torsional Stiffness of Shaft Example

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5.4167Edit=65Edit12Edit
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Torsional Stiffness of Shaft Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Torsional Stiffness of Shaft?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
q=Frθ
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
q=65N12rad
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
q=6512
Next Step Evaluate
q=5.41666666666667N/m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
q=5.4167N/m

Torsional Stiffness of Shaft Formula Elements

Variables
Torsional Stiffness
torsional stiffness is the ability of an object to resist twisting when acted upon by an external force, torque.
Symbol: q
Measurement: Stiffness ConstantUnit: N/m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Restoring Force
Restoring Force is the force that tends to restore an object to its original position after it has been displaced from its equilibrium state.
Symbol: Fr
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Angular Displacement of Shaft
Angular Displacement of Shaft is the rotation of the shaft around its axis, measured in radians, which affects the vibration of the system.
Symbol: θ
Measurement: AngleUnit: rad
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Torsional Stiffness

​Go Torsional Stiffness of Shaft given Natural Frequency of Vibration
q=(2πfn)2Id
​Go Torsional Stiffness of Shaft given Time Period of Vibration
q=(2π)2Id(tp)2

Other formulas in Natural Frequency of Free Torsional Vibrations category

​Go Moment of Inertia of Disc using Natural Frequency of Vibration
Id=q(2πfn)2
​Go Moment of Inertia of Disc given Time Period of Vibration
Id=tp2q(2π)2
​Go Time Period for Vibrations
tp=2πIdq
​Go Moment of Inertia of Disc given Angular Velocity
Id=qrω2

How to Evaluate Torsional Stiffness of Shaft?

Torsional Stiffness of Shaft evaluator uses Torsional Stiffness = Restoring Force/Angular Displacement of Shaft to evaluate the Torsional Stiffness, Torsional Stiffness of Shaft formula is defined as a measure of the shaft's resistance to twisting or rotational deformation, which is essential in determining the shaft's ability to withstand torsional loads and vibrations in mechanical systems. Torsional Stiffness is denoted by q symbol.

How to evaluate Torsional Stiffness of Shaft using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Torsional Stiffness of Shaft, enter Restoring Force (Fr) & Angular Displacement of Shaft (θ) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Torsional Stiffness of Shaft

What is the formula to find Torsional Stiffness of Shaft?
The formula of Torsional Stiffness of Shaft is expressed as Torsional Stiffness = Restoring Force/Angular Displacement of Shaft. Here is an example- 5.416667 = 65/12.
How to calculate Torsional Stiffness of Shaft?
With Restoring Force (Fr) & Angular Displacement of Shaft (θ) we can find Torsional Stiffness of Shaft using the formula - Torsional Stiffness = Restoring Force/Angular Displacement of Shaft.
What are the other ways to Calculate Torsional Stiffness?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Torsional Stiffness-
  • Torsional Stiffness=(2*pi*Natural Frequency)^2*Mass Moment of Inertia of DiscOpenImg
  • Torsional Stiffness=((2*pi)^2*Mass Moment of Inertia of Disc)/(Time Period)^2OpenImg
Can the Torsional Stiffness of Shaft be negative?
No, the Torsional Stiffness of Shaft, measured in Stiffness Constant cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Torsional Stiffness of Shaft?
Torsional Stiffness of Shaft is usually measured using the Newton per Meter[N/m] for Stiffness Constant. Newton per Millimeter[N/m], Kilonewton per Millimeter[N/m] are the few other units in which Torsional Stiffness of Shaft can be measured.
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