Outer radius — UPSC Physics Optional CSE 2025 Paper I

A solid shaft of mass M, length l and radius r is to be replaced by a lighter hollow shaft of the same length l and having the same ratings of \tau/\theta, where \tau is the couple and \theta is the angle of twist. Estimate the percentage reduction in mass of the hollow shaft if the outer radius of the shaft is twice the inner radius. Assume the material of the new shaft is same as that of the replaced shaft.