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The document outlines an experimental procedure for analyzing the deflection of curved bars using a Vernier Caliper and curved bar apparatus. It details the steps taken to ensure accurate measurements, including setting zero on the dial gauge and applying incremental loads to observe deflection in both horizontal and vertical directions. Additionally, it provides experimental data for different specimens and mentions the Young's Modulus for mild steel used in the bars.

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lab 03

The document outlines an experimental procedure for analyzing the deflection of curved bars using a Vernier Caliper and curved bar apparatus. It details the steps taken to ensure accurate measurements, including setting zero on the dial gauge and applying incremental loads to observe deflection in both horizontal and vertical directions. Additionally, it provides experimental data for different specimens and mentions the Young's Modulus for mild steel used in the bars.

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❖ Apparatus: -

 Vernier Caliper
 Curved bar apparatus

Figure 1Deflection of Bars Apparatus

❖ Formula Used: -
Following empirical equations are effectively used to devise horizontal and vertical deflections

❖ Procedure: -
Following steps have been taken into account for analyzing deflection in any respective curved bar
subjected to consequent loadings.
1. It was initially ensured that the apparatus rested on smooth surface without any inclinations or
vibratory surface.

2. The apparatus was ensured of no load being attached externally. A curved bar was mounted in its
due place by means of L-key for tightening and loosening the bolts holding bar in place.

3. Readings on dial gauge were set to zero and any possible zero error was accounted for.

4. Subsequent loads were attached about the hanger and deflection in both x and y directions was
observed and accounted for.

5. Four concordant readings were taken into account with uniform increase in weight for every curved
bar.
6. Step 2 was repeated again and again for every four readings against a curved bar and loading was
applied.

7. Once all bars were analyzed, horizontal and vertical deflections were devised both theoretically and
experimentally and plots were devised for deflections versus applied weights.

 Experimental Data: -
For the following experimentation, following readings were observed for four different specimens
each with specific dimensions. The literature data was also taken into account for determining the
Young’s Modulus for mild steel used in manufacturing of bars.
1Young’s Modulus of Mild Steel = E = 175 GPa
2.Cross-sectional base = 24.3 mm
3.Cross-sectional height = 3.2 mm
4.Moment of Inertia for Bar = bh3
Table 1: Specimen Curved Bars Dimensions

Serial Number Specimen a (mm) b (mm) R (mm)


1 1 75 75 75

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