Beams calculations most often involve determining support reactions, internal forces, bending moments and system displacements.
These calculations may be performed using analytical (formula-based), graphical, or numerical (computer-based) methods.
Commonly used methods in beam analysis include the differential equation of the elastic curve method and the Clebsch method.
You can find materials for learning mechanics in the articles on our blog, and examples of beam calculations in the EquiBeam program.
