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Prestressing Force is the force internally applied to the prestressed concrete section. Check FAQs
F=Aσc
F - Prestressing Force?A - Area of Beam Section?σc - Compressive Stress in Prestress?

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Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
F=Aσc
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
F=200mm²2Pa
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
F=2002
Next Step Evaluate
F=400000N
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
F=400kN

Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress Formula Elements

Variables
Prestressing Force
Prestressing Force is the force internally applied to the prestressed concrete section.
Symbol: F
Measurement: ForceUnit: kN
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Area of Beam Section
Area of Beam Section here refers to the area of cross section of the concrete section where the prestressing force was applied.
Symbol: A
Measurement: AreaUnit: mm²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Compressive Stress in Prestress
Compressive Stress in Prestress is the force that is responsible for the deformation of the material such that the volume of the material reduces.
Symbol: σc
Measurement: PressureUnit: Pa
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Prestressing Force

​Go Prestressing Force given Uniform Load
F=wbL28Ls

Other formulas in General Principles of Prestressed Concrete category

​Go Uniform Compressive Stress due to Prestress
σc=FA
​Go Cross Sectional Area given Compressive Stress
A=Fσc
​Go Compressive Stress due to External Moment
f=Mb(yIa)
​Go External Moment with Known Compressive Stress
M=fIay

How to Evaluate Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress?

Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress evaluator uses Prestressing Force = Area of Beam Section*Compressive Stress in Prestress to evaluate the Prestressing Force, The Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress is defined as force acting on concrete section due to prestressing. It is compressive in nature. Prestressing Force is denoted by F symbol.

How to evaluate Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress, enter Area of Beam Section (A) & Compressive Stress in Prestress c) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress

What is the formula to find Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress?
The formula of Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress is expressed as Prestressing Force = Area of Beam Section*Compressive Stress in Prestress. Here is an example- 4E-7 = 0.0002*2.
How to calculate Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress?
With Area of Beam Section (A) & Compressive Stress in Prestress c) we can find Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress using the formula - Prestressing Force = Area of Beam Section*Compressive Stress in Prestress.
What are the other ways to Calculate Prestressing Force?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Prestressing Force-
  • Prestressing Force=Uniform Load*Span Length^2/(8*Sag Length of Cable)OpenImg
Can the Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress be negative?
No, the Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress, measured in Force cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress?
Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress is usually measured using the Kilonewton[kN] for Force. Newton[kN], Exanewton[kN], Meganewton[kN] are the few other units in which Prestressing Force given Compressive Stress can be measured.
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