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Beam Master v1.17Analytical Solver
PHYSICAL MODEL (L = 10.00 m)E = 200 GPa, I = 5000 cm⁴ (default)
P = 50.0 kN (x = 5.0m)A (Pin)B (Roller)
SHEAR FORCE (SFD)V_max = ±25.0 kN
BENDING MOMENT (BMD)M_max = +125.0 kN·m
SOLVER OUTPUT
VERIFIED
Support Reaction A:+25.0 kN
Support Reaction B:+25.0 kN
Max Shear (|V|):±25.0 kN
Max Moment (|M|):+125.0 kN·m
Step 1 — Static Equilibrium:

∑F_y = 0 ⟹ R_A + R_B − P = 0

∑M_A = 0 ⟹ R_B(10) − (50)(5) = 0

⟹ R_B = 25.00 kN, R_A = 25.00 kN

M_max = PL/4 = 125.0 kN·m @ x = 5 m

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// Macaulay Equation for M(x)

M(x) = R_A⟨x⟩¹ - P⟨x - a⟩¹ - ½w⟨x - c⟩² + M₀⟨x - d⟩⁰

// Elastic Deflection Curve

EI · v(x) = ⅙R_A⟨x⟩³ - ⅙P⟨x - a⟩³ - ¹⁄₂₄w⟨x - c⟩⁴ + C₁x + C₂

Verified · Propped cantilever, 50 kN @ midspan
A_y (fixed)
34.375 kN
B_y (roller)
15.625 kN
M_A
−112.5 kN·m

12 m span · fixed A + roller B · ΣF_y = 50 ✓ · ΣM_A = 0 ✓ (equilibrium-validated)

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Beam Master

Structural Beam Analysis & Step-by-Step Solver

Professional beam analysis for shear force, bending moment, slope and deflection — with textbook-style step-by-step solutions for determinate and indeterminate beams.

Verified tests415/415
Analysis methods5
Material presets7
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Point, UDL, UVL, trapezoidal, moment & angled loads with internal hinges
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v1.0.2LIVE

Mohr Master

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Calculator modes6
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Failure theories4
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Truss Master

2D Planar Truss Analysis & Step-by-Step Solver

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Analysis methods3
Max joints / members100 / 200
Determinacy checkm + r = 2j
LanguagesEN · ES
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v0.11.0LIVE

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Tiered Thermodynamics & Power-Cycle Engine

Reference-grade thermodynamics solver: state properties, device balances, Rankine/Brayton/refrigeration cycles — with 88/88 verified benchmark problems.

Benchmark pass rate88/88 (100%)
Backend tests358
Fluids100+
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Tier 2: turbines, compressors, nozzles, heat exchangers, transient CVs, exergy
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Frame Master

Multi-bay, multi-story 2D rigid frame analysis with sway calculation and step-by-step derivations.

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Section Properties (ZED 2)

Cross-section calculator using Green’s theorem contour integrals with Kahan compensated summation.

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From Problem to Engineering Solution

A clear four-step process built to deepen conceptual understanding and ensure calculation accuracy across every solver in the suite.

01

Define

Set span length, support types (pin, roller, fixed, hinge), material modulus (E), cross-section inertia (I), and loads — point, UDL, moment, or angled.

Step 01 Details
02

Analyze

The deterministic engine selects the right method (Macaulay, stiffness matrix, Mohr, or cycle solver) and computes equilibrium reactions and governing equations instantly.

Step 02 Details
03

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Step 03 Details
04

Understand

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