Deflection is a structural analysis tool designed for calculating beams, 2D trusses, and 2D frames. It provides graphical outputs for reaction, shear, bending moment, and deflection, alongside internal stress analysis for cross-sections.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Mechanical and civil engineers requiring portable structural analysis and sanity checks.
Key features
Computes reaction, shear, bending moment, and deflection results for beams, 2D trusses, and 2D frames.
Allows users to draw arbitrary structures and apply loads and constraints within an integrated interface.
Generates diagrams for bending and shear stress along the length of the beam and across the vertical axis of the cross-section.
Provides tools to edit and customize built-in cross-section profiles.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Dormant developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: zombie.
Who built it?
Blue Ketchep
12 apps tracked · Productivity
User Sentiment
What do users think recently?
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Competitive landscape for Deflection
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The rivals identified
By V PUGAZHENTHI
Both apps target structural engineers needing portable calculation tools, creating a direct conflict between Deflection's graphical analysis and Structural Engineering lite's formula-based reference library.
- Deflection provides graphical outputs for shear and bending moments, while the rival focuses on static formula lookups.
- Deflection supports 2D frame and truss editing, whereas the rival limits functionality to demand and capacity checks.
- Structural Engineering lite offers a free entry point, while Deflection requires a 6.99 dollar purchase.
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Key takeaways for Deflection
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers robust structural calculation capabilities, user feedback highlights significant concerns regarding interface usability and missing professional features like undo/redo and file management.
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