GATE ME · 2017 · ME-1
Question 19: Machine Design
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Question 19
ME-1MCQ1 markNeeds review
Consider the schematic of a riveted lap joint subjected to tensile load
, as shown below. Let
be the diameter of the rivets, and
be the maximum permissible tensile stress in the plates. What should be the minimum value for the thickness of the plates to guard against tensile failure of the plates? Assume the plates to be identical. 
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2017ME-1
GATE ME 2017 · Paper 1
Mechanical Engineering · Original paper archive
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- Section ME-1
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- Multiple choice (MCQ)
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- 1 mark
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