Double tapered, curved, or pitched-cambered beams

Loading Inputs

Design bending moment M_ap,d

The design bending moment about the y-y axis in the apex zone, in kNm.

Design shear force F_V,d

The design shear force in the apex zone, in kN.

Load duration class

The load duration class, as defined in Clause 2.3.1.2..

Service class

The service class, taking into account the temperature and relative humidity of the environment, as described in Clause 2.3.1.3.

k_mod

Factor k_mod taking into account the effect of the duration of the loads and the moisture content, according to Clause 3.1.3.