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Calculation Basis
MethodElastic beam theory with page-specific preset values
ScopeProfile or material page for fast preliminary sizing
ReviewTechnically reviewed: 2026-04-15

Assumptions & Limits

  • Preset values speed up the setup but do not replace final section or material verification.
  • The page is designed for fast deflection and reaction checks.
  • Local code rules, long-term effects, and connection details still need separate review.

Reference Basis

Example Angle Section Setup
Profile familyEqual angle steel section
Example size100 x 100 x 10 mm angle
Elastic modulus E210 GPa
Preset principal inertia basis220 cm^4
Preset support caseSimply supported beam
Preset loadingCentered point load
Use casePreliminary angle section check
Engineering Notes
  • Angle sections are asymmetric, so deflection and stress behavior can vary significantly depending on load direction and restraint.
  • This page should therefore be treated as a practical beam check around one chosen stiffness axis, not a full unsymmetric bending solver.
  • If torsion, eccentric loading, or lateral instability is relevant, the default beam-style check here is not enough on its own.
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