Plastic Moment in Structural Analysis of Beams Formulas

Plastic Moment is the moment at which the entire cross section has reached its yield stress. And is denoted by M_p. Plastic Moment is usually measured using the Kilonewton Meter for Moment of Force. Note that the value of Plastic Moment is always positive.

Structural Analysis of Beams formulas that make use of Plastic Moment

fxCondition for Maximum Moment in Interior Spans of Beams with Plastic HingeGo

fxUltimate Load for Continuous BeamGo

FAQ

What is the Plastic Moment?

Plastic Moment is the moment at which the entire cross section has reached its yield stress. Plastic Moment is usually measured using the Kilonewton Meter for Moment of Force. Note that the value of Plastic Moment is always positive.

Can the Plastic Moment be negative?

No, the Plastic Moment, measured in Moment of Force cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Plastic Moment?

Plastic Moment 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 Plastic Moment can be measured.

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