Beam: a system composed of elements forming a straight line, transferring loads due to compression/tension, bending, and shear (sometimes torsion is also considered).
Beams are very common structural elements in both civil engineering and mechanical engineering, mainly used as load-bearing members.
See also: a practical example of how to calculate a beam
Self-study: step-by-step beam calculation exercises in EquiBeam application
online application for analytical calculations of engineering structures
The solution is not just the result. EquiStruct will guide you smoothly through the calculations of cross-sections and beams. The report will show you the process step by step.
You will receive correct results and understand the calculation methods. EquiStruct is the solution to your problems with mechanics.
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