Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams Formula

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Cracking moment is defined as the moment, which when exceeded causes the cracking of concrete. Check FAQs
Mcr=fcrIgyt
Mcr - Cracking Moment?fcr - Modulus of Rupture of Concrete?Ig - Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section?yt - Distance from Centroidal?

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400.2Edit=3Edit20.01Edit150Edit
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Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Mcr=fcrIgyt
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Mcr=3MPa20.01m⁴150mm
Next Step Convert Units
Mcr=3E+6Pa20.01m⁴150mm
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Mcr=3E+620.01150
Next Step Evaluate
Mcr=400200N*m
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
Mcr=400.2kN*m

Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams Formula Elements

Variables
Cracking Moment
Cracking moment is defined as the moment, which when exceeded causes the cracking of concrete.
Symbol: Mcr
Measurement: Moment of ForceUnit: kN*m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Modulus of Rupture of Concrete
The Modulus of Rupture of Concrete is a measure of the tensile strength of concrete beams or slabs.
Symbol: fcr
Measurement: StressUnit: MPa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section
Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section is a term used to describe the capacity of a cross-section to resist bending.
Symbol: Ig
Measurement: Second Moment of AreaUnit: m⁴
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Distance from Centroidal
Distance from Centroidal is a geometric center, to a point is the average of the distances from that point to all other points in the shape.
Symbol: yt
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Deflection Computations and Concrete Beams Criteria category

​Go Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section given Cracking Moment
Ig=Mcrytfcr
​Go Distance from Centroidal Axis given Cracking Moment
yt=fcrIgMcr

How to Evaluate Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams?

Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams evaluator uses Cracking Moment = (Modulus of Rupture of Concrete*Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section)/(Distance from Centroidal) to evaluate the Cracking Moment, The Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams formula is defined as the moment, which when exceeded causes the cracking of concrete. Cracking Moment is denoted by Mcr symbol.

How to evaluate Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams, enter Modulus of Rupture of Concrete (fcr), Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section (Ig) & Distance from Centroidal (yt) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams

What is the formula to find Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams?
The formula of Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams is expressed as Cracking Moment = (Modulus of Rupture of Concrete*Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section)/(Distance from Centroidal). Here is an example- 0.4 = (3000000*20.01)/(0.15).
How to calculate Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams?
With Modulus of Rupture of Concrete (fcr), Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section (Ig) & Distance from Centroidal (yt) we can find Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams using the formula - Cracking Moment = (Modulus of Rupture of Concrete*Moment of Inertia of Gross Concrete Section)/(Distance from Centroidal).
Can the Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams be negative?
No, the Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams, measured in Moment of Force cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams?
Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams is usually measured using the Kilonewton Meter[kN*m] for Moment of Force. Newton Meter[kN*m], Millinewton Meter[kN*m], Micronewton Meter[kN*m] are the few other units in which Cracking Moment for Reinforced Concrete Beams can be measured.
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