SkyCiv Beam Calculator is a free, cloud-based structural analysis tool designed for quick and accurate beam calculations. It supports cantilever and simply supported beams and provides detailed outputs including reactions, shear force diagrams (SFD), bending moment diagrams (BMD), deflection, and stress. The tool is ideal for engineers, students, and professionals needing fast insights into beam behavior under various loading conditions. Users can input custom beam lengths, support types, material properties, and load cases. The calculator also integrates with SkyCiv’s Section Builder for custom or database-based cross-sections. With options to apply point loads, distributed loads, and moments, the tool offers a complete workflow from setup to analysis and design code compliance.

Features

• Beam Setup:
  • Supports cantilever and simply supported beams.
  • Apply pin, roller, fixed, and spring supports.
  • Add hinges and custom material properties (Young’s Modulus, Moment of Inertia).
• Load Application:
  • Point loads, distributed loads, and moments.
  • Load cases and combinations with design code presets.
  • Toggle self-weight based on material and section.
• Analysis Outputs:
  • Reactions at supports.
  • Bending Moment Diagram (BMD).
  • Shear Force Diagram (SFD).
  • Deflection and stress calculations.
  • Section properties and 3D rendering.
• Design & Optimization:
  • Check compliance with regional design codes (AISC, AS, EN, etc.).
  • Optimize section size based on user-defined criteria.
• Reporting & Export:
  • Download formatted PDF reports.
  • Export results to CSV.
  • View hand calculations for reactions, BMD, SFD, centroids, and more.
• Material Flexibility:
  • Suitable for steel, timber, concrete, and custom materials.
  • Input Young’s Modulus and use full design modules in paid version.

Benefits

• Accessibility: Fully online—no installation required.
• Speed: Instant results for beam analysis and design.
• Accuracy: Reliable calculations based on engineering principles.
• Customization: Tailor inputs for materials, loads, and supports.
• Visualization: Interactive diagrams and 3D renderings.
• Documentation: Professional reports for client or academic use.
• Scalability: Upgrade to full SkyCiv Beam for unlimited loads, supports, and design modules.