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Depth of Beam is the overall depth of the cross-section of the beam perpendicular to the axis of the beam. Check FAQs
DB=In15
DB - Depth of Beam?In - Length of Span?

Depth of Light Beams Example

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Here is how the Depth of Light Beams equation looks like.

0.6673Edit=10.01Edit15
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Depth of Light Beams Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Depth of Light Beams?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
DB=In15
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
DB=10.01m15
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
DB=10.0115
Next Step Evaluate
DB=0.667333333333333m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
DB=0.6673m

Depth of Light Beams Formula Elements

Variables
Depth of Beam
Depth of Beam is the overall depth of the cross-section of the beam perpendicular to the axis of the beam.
Symbol: DB
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Length of Span
Length of Span refers to the length of the opening above which the beam is spanning.
Symbol: In
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Depth of Beam

​Go Depth of Roof and Floor Slabs
DB=In25
​Go Depth of Heavy Beams and Girders
DB=(In12)+(In10)

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f's=MbRmElasticjWbDB2
​Go Stress in Steel
f's=MtAjDB

How to Evaluate Depth of Light Beams?

Depth of Light Beams evaluator uses Depth of Beam = Length of Span/15 to evaluate the Depth of Beam, The Depth of Light Beams formula is defined as the distance from the top or surface to the bottom of Light beams. Depth of Beam is denoted by DB symbol.

How to evaluate Depth of Light Beams using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Depth of Light Beams, enter Length of Span (In) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Depth of Light Beams

What is the formula to find Depth of Light Beams?
The formula of Depth of Light Beams is expressed as Depth of Beam = Length of Span/15. Here is an example- 0.667333 = 10.01/15.
How to calculate Depth of Light Beams?
With Length of Span (In) we can find Depth of Light Beams using the formula - Depth of Beam = Length of Span/15.
What are the other ways to Calculate Depth of Beam?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Depth of Beam-
  • Depth of Beam=Length of Span/25OpenImg
  • Depth of Beam=(Length of Span/12)+(Length of Span/10)OpenImg
Can the Depth of Light Beams be negative?
No, the Depth of Light Beams, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Depth of Light Beams?
Depth of Light Beams is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Depth of Light Beams can be measured.
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