Torsion in Non-Circular Shafts

This course covers the comprehensive understanding of torsion in non-circular shafts. It delves into the distribution of stresses when such shafts undergo twist, the concept of warping of the cross-section, and the application of Prandtl stress function and Saint Venant's warping function. The course uses practical examples like elliptical or rectangular shafts to illustrate these concepts. It further discusses the calculation of shear stress at a point and its relationship with the angle of twist per unit length, cross-sectional dimensions, and applied torque. The course also introduces Prandtl's membrane analogy and its application to various cross sections. It concludes with a detailed explanation of how to calculate the radius of curvature and the eccentricity of the cross-section in different shapes like rectangular and T-sections.