Shear Force in Civil Formulas

Shear Force is the force which causes shear deformation to occur in the shear plane. And is denoted by F_s. Shear Force is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Shear Force is always negative.

Formulas to find Shear Force in Civil

fxShear Force for simply supported beam carrying udl at distance x from Left SupportGo

List of variables in Civil formulas

fx Load per Unit Length Go

fx Length of Beam Go

fx Distance x from Support Go

FAQ

What is the Shear Force?

Shear Force is the force which causes shear deformation to occur in the shear plane. Shear Force is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Shear Force is always negative.

Can the Shear Force be negative?

Yes, the Shear Force, measured in Force can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Shear Force?

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

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