FTG-05
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Gotta beam calculation I need some smart people to do for me, please.
Here are the basics:
- Assume qty two 1" x 1" x .120" tubing, positioned side by side, separated by 6"
- beams are 6' (72") long
- Two point loads, L1 and L2 are located 1' from each end (ie. 4' apart centered on the beam)
- The two point loads are the same ie. L1 = L2.
- The two tubes are connected using expanded metal on the bottom lengthwise; for the purposes of this calculation, the mechanics of materials of the EM is ignored other than the fact that it fixes the two tubes to each other and prevents the two tubes from twisting or separating from each other.
- This beam is used for overhead lifting i.e lifting a "vehicle" for work underneath it - hence use whatever safety factor is appropriate for this work and situation
What is the max load for for L1 and L2 for this beam assuming a) L/240, b) L/360 or c) L/480 max deflection. Recommend that max deflection you would use.
I'll hold off giving the purpose of this beam until later, if you don't mind, I want to focus on this calculation vs. the purpose.
Thanks,
Here are the basics:
- Assume qty two 1" x 1" x .120" tubing, positioned side by side, separated by 6"
- beams are 6' (72") long
- Two point loads, L1 and L2 are located 1' from each end (ie. 4' apart centered on the beam)
- The two point loads are the same ie. L1 = L2.
- The two tubes are connected using expanded metal on the bottom lengthwise; for the purposes of this calculation, the mechanics of materials of the EM is ignored other than the fact that it fixes the two tubes to each other and prevents the two tubes from twisting or separating from each other.
- This beam is used for overhead lifting i.e lifting a "vehicle" for work underneath it - hence use whatever safety factor is appropriate for this work and situation
What is the max load for for L1 and L2 for this beam assuming a) L/240, b) L/360 or c) L/480 max deflection. Recommend that max deflection you would use.
I'll hold off giving the purpose of this beam until later, if you don't mind, I want to focus on this calculation vs. the purpose.
Thanks,