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State applications of maximum shear stress theory and principal normal stress theory

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 State applications of maximum shear stress theory and principal normal stress theory

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(i) Applications of maximum shear stress theory : for ductile material , crank shaft, propeller shafts , c frames (ii) Applications of maximum principle normal stress theory : for brittle material , machine spindle, machine beds , c frames, overhang crank