Machine Design
A closely coiled helical spring is acted upon by an axial force. The maximum shear stress developed in the spring is τ. The half of the length of the spring if cut off and the remaining spring is acted upon by the same axial force. The maximum shear stress in the spring in new condition will be

τ/2
4 τ
2 τ
τ

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Machine Design
Which is correct statement? Stress concentration in static loading is

Seriousness would depend on other factors
Very serious in brittle materials and less serious in ductile materials
Very serious in ductile materials and less serious in brittle materials
Equally serious in both types of materials

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Machine Design
Which of the following statement is correct regarding power screws?

If the friction angle is less than the helix angle of the screw, then the efficiency will be more than 50%
Both (A) and (B)
The efficiency of Acme (trapezoidal) thread is less than that of a square thread
The efficiency of a self locking screw can not be more than 50%

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