Width of Critical Section in Deflection Computations, Column Moments and Torsion Formulas

Width of Critical Section is the width in the span direction for which moments are being computed. And is denoted by b₁. Width of Critical Section is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Width of Critical Section is always positive. Typically, the value of Width of Critical Section is greater than 0.

Deflection Computations, Column Moments and Torsion formulas that make use of Width of Critical Section

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FAQ

What is the Width of Critical Section?

Width of Critical Section is the width in the span direction for which moments are being computed. Width of Critical Section is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Width of Critical Section is always positive. Typically, the value of Width of Critical Section is greater than 0.

Can the Width of Critical Section be negative?

No, the Width of Critical Section, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Width of Critical Section?

Width of Critical Section is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Width of Critical Section can be measured.

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