Allowable Load in Short Columns Formulas

Allowable load is the maximum working load that can be applied on the structure. And is denoted by P_allow. Allowable Load is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Allowable Load is always positive.

Formulas to find Allowable Load in Short Columns

fxTotal Allowable Axial Load for Short ColumnsGo

Short Columns formulas that make use of Allowable Load

fxGross Cross-Sectional Area of Column given Total Allowable Axial LoadGo

fxAllowable Stress in Vertical Concrete Reinforcing given Total Allowable Axial LoadGo

List of variables in Short Columns formulas

fx Gross Area of Column Go

fx Specified Compressive Strength at 28 Days Go

fx Allowable Stress in Vertical Reinforcement Go

fx Area Ratio of Cross Sectional Area to Gross Area Go

FAQ

What is the Allowable Load?

Allowable load is the maximum working load that can be applied on the structure. Allowable Load is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Allowable Load is always positive.

Can the Allowable Load be negative?

No, the Allowable Load, measured in Force cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Allowable Load?

Allowable Load is usually measured using the Kilonewton[kN] for Force. Newton[kN], Exanewton[kN], Meganewton[kN] are the few other units in which Allowable Load can be measured.

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