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Beam Deflection Calculator & Engineering Guide - AluCalc

Predicts the vertical displacement of a beam under uniform load.

Mathematical Definition

\delta = \frac{5 w L^4}{384 E I}
delta=Deflection
w=Load
L=Span
E=Modulus
I=Inertia

Real-Time Solver

\delta = \frac{5 w L^4}{384 E I}

Parameters Configuration

Interactive Solver
Tolerance limit
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Calculated Output (delta)
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Calculation Procedure

  1. 1

    Define system parameters for Beam Deflection.

  2. 2

    Consult the technical reference table for material constants.

  3. 3

    Apply the AISC Steel Manual formula.

  4. 4

    Run the post-calculation design checks.

Practical Engineering Application

In Structures applications, accurate Beam Deflection analysis is vital for safety and performance.

Modulus (E)

MaterialE
Steel200 GPa
Alu69 GPa

✓ Design Checklist

  • Check L/360 limit
  • Shear stress check

⚠️ Common Pitfalls

  • Mixing units
  • Ignoring self-weight
v5.0.0 — BUILD 2026-06-15