Strength of Materials Or Solid Mechanics
1
GATE CE 2014 Set 1
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.6
If the following equation establishes equilibrium in slightly bent position, the mid-span deflection of a member shown in the figure is
$${{{d^2}y} \over {d{x^2}}} + {P \over {EI}}y = 0$$
$${{{d^2}y} \over {d{x^2}}} + {P \over {EI}}y = 0$$

If $$'a'$$ is amplitude constant for $$y,$$ then
2
GATE CE 2012
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.6
The sketch shows a column with a pin at the base and rollers at the top. It is subjected to an axial force $$P$$ and a moment $$M$$ at mid-height. The reaction$$(s)$$ at $$R$$ is/are

3
GATE CE 2008
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.6
Cross-section of a column consisting of two steel strips, each of thickness $$t$$ and width $$b$$ is shown in the figure below. The critical loads of the column with perfect bond and without bond between the strips are $$P$$ and $${P_0}$$ respectively. The ratio $$P/{P_0}$$ is

4
GATE CE 2008
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.6
A rigid bar $$GH$$ of length $$L$$ is supported by a hinge and a spring of stiffness $$K$$ as shown in the figure below. The buckling load, $${P_{cr}}'$$ for the bar will be

GATE CE Subjects
Engineering Mechanics
Strength of Materials Or Solid Mechanics
Structural Analysis
Construction Material and Management
Reinforced Cement Concrete
Steel Structures
Geotechnical Engineering
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines
Hydrology
Irrigation
Geomatics Engineering Or Surveying
Environmental Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Engineering Mathematics
General Aptitude