The factor which affects the critical speed of a shaft is
A
diameter of the disc
B
span of the shaft
C
eccentricity
D
all of the mentioned
Correct Answer: all of the mentioned
To determine the critical speed of a shaft which may be subjected to point loads, uniformly distributed load or combination of both, we find the frequency of transverse vibration which is equal to critical speed of a shaft in r.p.s. The Dunkerley’s method may be used for calculating the frequency.