Horizontal Tension in General Relation for Suspension Cables Formulas

Horizontal Tension is the tension component acting in the horizontal direction of a cable. And is denoted by H. Horizontal Tension is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Horizontal Tension is always negative.

Formulas to find Horizontal Tension in General Relation for Suspension Cables

fxHorizontal Component given Tension at any Point of Simple Cable with UDLGo

List of variables in General Relation for Suspension Cables formulas

fx Cable Tension Go

fx Total Load per Unit Length Go

fx Catenary Length Go

FAQ

What is the Horizontal Tension?

Horizontal Tension is the tension component acting in the horizontal direction of a cable. Horizontal Tension is usually measured using the Kilonewton for Force. Note that the value of Horizontal Tension is always negative.

Can the Horizontal Tension be negative?

Yes, the Horizontal Tension, measured in Force can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Horizontal Tension?

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

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