pcaBeam

pcaBeam is a computer program for analysis, design, and investigation of reinforced concrete beams and one-way slab systems.

Torsional effects and Moment redistribution can be considered. pcaBeam performs a complete design for flexure and shear and the resulting reinforcement schedules are output (including bar numbers, sizes, lengths, and spacings). pcaBeam offers a great deal of flexibility by allowing the user to modify the reinforcement configuration proposed by the program by switching from the Design to the Investigation option. Under the Investigation option, the longitudinal and transverse reinforcement capacities of the entire system are computed for a given reinforcement configuration. Output is presented in clear and organized tables and may also be viewed graphically. pcaBeam has a graphical interface that uses pull-down menus, dialog boxes, and icons to simplify the data input and clearly present the output.