Advanced Beam Calculator | Structural Analysis & Design

Analyze and design beams with comprehensive structural analysis including SFD, BMD, deflection diagrams, reinforcement estimation, and 3D visualization.

Beam Configuration

Beam Properties

Load Definition

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Import Loads from CSV
CSV Format: Type,Magnitude,Position,Angle,[End Position],[End Magnitude]

Analysis Options

Number of points for analysis and plotting
Allowable deflection as span/limit ratio
Automatically update results when inputs change

Analysis Results

Beam Type: Simply Supported
Length: 20.0 m
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Max Moment
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Max Shear
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Max Deflection
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Max Stress
Parameter Value Unit Location Status
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Support Reactions
Support Type Position Vertical Reaction Horizontal Reaction Moment
Support reactions will appear here
Note: Analysis based on Euler-Bernoulli beam theory. Results include appropriate safety factors and design considerations.

2D Beam Diagram

Interactive Beam Visualization
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Beam Properties
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Moment of Inertia (m⁴)
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Section Modulus (m³)
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Self Weight (kN/m)
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Total Applied Load (kN)
Analysis Status
Geometry Valid
Loads Applied
Analysis Complete
Shear Force Diagram
Bending Moment Diagram
Deflection Curve
Stress Distribution

Advanced Beam Analysis Guide

Beam Types Supported
  • Simply Supported: Beam supported at both ends with pinned connections
  • Cantilever: Beam fixed at one end and free at the other
  • Fixed Beam: Both ends are rigidly fixed
  • Overhanging: Beam with one or both ends extending beyond supports
  • Continuous: Multi-span beam with intermediate supports
Load Types
  • Point Loads: Concentrated forces at specific locations with angular direction
  • UDL: Uniformly distributed loads over a length
  • UVL: Varying loads (triangular or trapezoidal)
  • Applied Moments: Concentrated moments at specific points
Analysis Capabilities
  • Support reactions calculation (vertical, horizontal, moment)
  • Shear force and bending moment diagrams
  • Deflection analysis with slope calculations
  • Stress distribution analysis
  • Reinforcement estimation for concrete beams
  • Influence line generation
  • Moving load analysis
  • 3D visualization with deformed shapes
  • 2D beam diagram with loads and supports
  • Auto-calculation feature
Design Standards
  • Analysis follows Euler-Bernoulli beam theory
  • Deflection limits as per IS 456:2000
  • Safety factors incorporated in design
  • Material properties based on standard codes
  • Professional PDF reporting with multi-page layout