Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load Formula

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Sag Length of Cable is the length measured at Midway between Supports is vertical sag at midpoint of cable. Check FAQs
Ls=wbL28F
Ls - Sag Length of Cable?wb - Uniform Load?L - Span Length?F - Prestressing Force?

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Ls=wbL28F
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Ls=0.64kN/m5m28400kN
Next Step Convert Units
Ls=640N/m5m28400kN
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Ls=640528400
LAST Step Evaluate
Ls=5m

Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load Formula Elements

Variables
Sag Length of Cable
Sag Length of Cable is the length measured at Midway between Supports is vertical sag at midpoint of cable.
Symbol: Ls
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Uniform Load
Uniform Load is a load that is distributed or spread across the whole region of an element such as a beam or slab.
Symbol: wb
Measurement: Surface TensionUnit: kN/m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Span Length
Span Length is the end to end distance between any beam or slab.
Symbol: L
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
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.

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How to Evaluate Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load?

Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load evaluator uses Sag Length of Cable = Uniform Load*Span Length^2/(8*Prestressing Force) to evaluate the Sag Length of Cable, The Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load is defined as vertical deflection caused in steel due to only end supports in beam or considered member. Sag Length of Cable is denoted by Ls symbol.

How to evaluate Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load, enter Uniform Load (wb), Span Length (L) & Prestressing Force (F) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load

What is the formula to find Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load?
The formula of Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load is expressed as Sag Length of Cable = Uniform Load*Span Length^2/(8*Prestressing Force). Here is an example- 5 = 640*5^2/(8*400000).
How to calculate Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load?
With Uniform Load (wb), Span Length (L) & Prestressing Force (F) we can find Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load using the formula - Sag Length of Cable = Uniform Load*Span Length^2/(8*Prestressing Force).
Can the Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load be negative?
No, the Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load?
Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Sag of Parabola given Uniform Load can be measured.
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