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Steel Beam Design Calculator (AISC)

This calculator is designed for civil and structural engineers to compute steel beam design parameters according to AISC standards, ensuring safety and compliance in structural designs.

Calculator

Results

Moment Capacity 0 kip-ft
Deflection 0 inches

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are rigorously based on formulas and data provided by the AISC Design Examples. All calculations adhere to AISC standards.

The Formula Explained

Moment Capacity: \( M_c = \frac{F_y \cdot Z}{\gamma_m} \)

Deflection: \( \delta = \frac{5 \cdot w \cdot L^4}{384 \cdot E \cdot I} \)

Glossary of Variables

Example Calculation

For a beam of length 20 ft with a load of 10 kips, using the given formulas:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What standards does this calculator use?

This calculator uses the AISC 360-16 standard for steel beam design.

What units are used in the calculations?

The calculator uses US customary units: feet for length and kips for load.

Can this calculator be used for beams of any material?

No, it is specifically designed for steel beams using AISC standards.

What is the safety factor used in calculations?

A material safety factor of 1.67 is commonly used for steel design.

How do I interpret the results?

The moment capacity indicates the maximum bending moment the beam can support, while deflection shows the vertical displacement under load.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
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Formula (extracted text)
Moment Capacity: \( M_c = \frac{F_y \cdot Z}{\gamma_m} \) Deflection: \( \delta = \frac{5 \cdot w \cdot L^4}{384 \cdot E \cdot I} \)
Variables and units
  • No variables provided in audit spec.
Sources (authoritative):
Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
Verified by Ugo Candido on 2026-01-19
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Steel Beam Design Calculator (AISC)

This calculator is designed for civil and structural engineers to compute steel beam design parameters according to AISC standards, ensuring safety and compliance in structural designs.

Calculator

Results

Moment Capacity 0 kip-ft
Deflection 0 inches

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are rigorously based on formulas and data provided by the AISC Design Examples. All calculations adhere to AISC standards.

The Formula Explained

Moment Capacity: \( M_c = \frac{F_y \cdot Z}{\gamma_m} \)

Deflection: \( \delta = \frac{5 \cdot w \cdot L^4}{384 \cdot E \cdot I} \)

Glossary of Variables

Example Calculation

For a beam of length 20 ft with a load of 10 kips, using the given formulas:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What standards does this calculator use?

This calculator uses the AISC 360-16 standard for steel beam design.

What units are used in the calculations?

The calculator uses US customary units: feet for length and kips for load.

Can this calculator be used for beams of any material?

No, it is specifically designed for steel beams using AISC standards.

What is the safety factor used in calculations?

A material safety factor of 1.67 is commonly used for steel design.

How do I interpret the results?

The moment capacity indicates the maximum bending moment the beam can support, while deflection shows the vertical displacement under load.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
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Formula (extracted text)
Moment Capacity: \( M_c = \frac{F_y \cdot Z}{\gamma_m} \) Deflection: \( \delta = \frac{5 \cdot w \cdot L^4}{384 \cdot E \cdot I} \)
Variables and units
  • No variables provided in audit spec.
Sources (authoritative):
Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
Verified by Ugo Candido on 2026-01-19
Profile · LinkedIn
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Steel Beam Design Calculator (AISC)

This calculator is designed for civil and structural engineers to compute steel beam design parameters according to AISC standards, ensuring safety and compliance in structural designs.

Calculator

Results

Moment Capacity 0 kip-ft
Deflection 0 inches

Data Source and Methodology

All calculations are rigorously based on formulas and data provided by the AISC Design Examples. All calculations adhere to AISC standards.

The Formula Explained

Moment Capacity: \( M_c = \frac{F_y \cdot Z}{\gamma_m} \)

Deflection: \( \delta = \frac{5 \cdot w \cdot L^4}{384 \cdot E \cdot I} \)

Glossary of Variables

Example Calculation

For a beam of length 20 ft with a load of 10 kips, using the given formulas:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What standards does this calculator use?

This calculator uses the AISC 360-16 standard for steel beam design.

What units are used in the calculations?

The calculator uses US customary units: feet for length and kips for load.

Can this calculator be used for beams of any material?

No, it is specifically designed for steel beams using AISC standards.

What is the safety factor used in calculations?

A material safety factor of 1.67 is commonly used for steel design.

How do I interpret the results?

The moment capacity indicates the maximum bending moment the beam can support, while deflection shows the vertical displacement under load.

Audit: Complete
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
This section shows the formulas used by the calculator engine, plus variable definitions and units.
Formula (extracted LaTeX)
\[','\]
','
Formula (extracted text)
Moment Capacity: \( M_c = \frac{F_y \cdot Z}{\gamma_m} \) Deflection: \( \delta = \frac{5 \cdot w \cdot L^4}{384 \cdot E \cdot I} \)
Variables and units
  • No variables provided in audit spec.
Sources (authoritative):
Changelog
Version: 0.1.0-draft
Last code update: 2026-01-19
0.1.0-draft · 2026-01-19
  • Initial audit spec draft generated from HTML extraction (review required).
  • Verify formulas match the calculator engine and convert any text-only formulas to LaTeX.
  • Confirm sources are authoritative and relevant to the calculator methodology.
Verified by Ugo Candido on 2026-01-19
Profile · LinkedIn
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