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Section modulus is a geometric property of a cross-section used in the design of beams and other flexural members is a measure of the strength of a section and its ability to resist bending. Check FAQs
Z=(S36)
Z - Section Modulus?S - Side of Square?

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8.5E+10Edit=(8000Edit36)
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Section Modulus of Square Section Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Section Modulus of Square Section?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Z=(S36)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Z=(8000mm36)
Next Step Convert Units
Z=(8m36)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Z=(836)
Next Step Evaluate
Z=85.3333333333333
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
Z=85333333333.3333mm³
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Z=8.5E+10mm³

Section Modulus of Square Section Formula Elements

Variables
Section Modulus
Section modulus is a geometric property of a cross-section used in the design of beams and other flexural members is a measure of the strength of a section and its ability to resist bending.
Symbol: Z
Measurement: VolumeUnit: mm³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Side of Square
Side of square is simply the length of one of its four equal sides is four-sided polygon (quadrilateral) with all sides of equal length and all interior angles equal to 90 degrees.
Symbol: S
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Section Modulus

​Go Section Modulus given Maximum Moment of Resistance
Z=Mrσmax
​Go Section Modulus given Distance between Outermost and Neutral Layer
Z=IcircularYmax

Other formulas in Section Modulus category

​Go Maximum Stress given Maximum Moment of Resistance and Section Modulus
σmax=MrZ
​Go Maximum Moment of Resistance given Section Modulus
Mr=Zσmax
​Go Moment of Inertia of Neutral axis given Maximum Moment of Resistance
Icircular=MrYmaxσmax
​Go Distance of Outermost Layer from Neutral Axis given Maximum Moment of Resistance
Ymax=σmaxIcircularMr

How to Evaluate Section Modulus of Square Section?

Section Modulus of Square Section evaluator uses Section Modulus = ((Side of Square^3)/6) to evaluate the Section Modulus, Section Modulus of Square Section formula is defined as a geometric property that characterizes the bending strength of a square beam, providing a measure of its ability to resist bending stress and deformation under external loads. Section Modulus is denoted by Z symbol.

How to evaluate Section Modulus of Square Section using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Section Modulus of Square Section, enter Side of Square (S) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Section Modulus of Square Section

What is the formula to find Section Modulus of Square Section?
The formula of Section Modulus of Square Section is expressed as Section Modulus = ((Side of Square^3)/6). Here is an example- 8.5E+19 = ((8^3)/6).
How to calculate Section Modulus of Square Section?
With Side of Square (S) we can find Section Modulus of Square Section using the formula - Section Modulus = ((Side of Square^3)/6).
What are the other ways to Calculate Section Modulus?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Section Modulus-
  • Section Modulus=Maximum Moment of Resistance/Maximum Stress in LayerOpenImg
  • Section Modulus=MOI of Area of Circular Section/Distance b/w Outermost and Neutral LayerOpenImg
Can the Section Modulus of Square Section be negative?
No, the Section Modulus of Square Section, measured in Volume cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Section Modulus of Square Section?
Section Modulus of Square Section is usually measured using the Cubic Millimeter[mm³] for Volume. Cubic Meter[mm³], Cubic Centimeter[mm³], Liter[mm³] are the few other units in which Section Modulus of Square Section can be measured.
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