Online Reinforced Concrete Beam Calculator is designed to enable precise selection of reinforcement as well as the accurate calculation of the strength and deflection of reinforced concrete beams. This comprehensive tool empowers engineers and builders to perform thorough computations—based on load, span, and section dimensions—without relying on complex formulas. It integrates both strength verification and load analysis to simplify the design of floors and other structural elements.
Main steps for using the calculator:
- Select the beam support scheme: options include "Pinned-Pinned" or "Cantilevered".
- Enter the design span of the beam, which is typically slightly shorter than the actual length.
- Specify the external load applied to the beam.
- Define the beam section dimensions (width and height, in mm).
- Choose the reinforcement scheme: reinforcement at the bottom only or reinforcement at both the top and bottom.
- Select the concrete grade (e.g., C20/25, C30/37, etc.) and the reinforcement grade (e.g., B500A, B500B, B600, etc.).
- Specify the concrete cover based on various exposure conditions or enter it manually.
The calculator performs both deflection analysis and strength verification for the reinforced concrete beam, providing the required reinforcement amount and diameter to ensure robust structural performance.
Note: The calculation results are for reference purposes only and require additional verification before implementation in actual projects.
