Structural
Stress Calculator
Calculate normal (axial) stress in a structural member using σ = F / A.
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Formula
σ = F / A
Normal stress is the force per unit area acting perpendicular to a cross section.
Variables
| Symbol | Variable | Unit | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| σ | Stress | Pa | Normal stress |
| F | Force | N | Applied axial force |
| A | Area | m² | Cross-sectional area |
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