Steel Profiles AISC is a reference tool providing geometry, detailing, and design properties for American standard steel shapes. It enables users to search, sort, and convert units for various structural properties, including moment of inertia and elastic modulus. The app is designed for cross-platform use on iOS devices with support for Retina displays.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Structural engineers, architects, and construction professionals requiring quick access to AISC steel shape data.
What does it look like?
Key features
Provides comprehensive access to official tables and descriptions for American standard steel shapes.
Allows users to filter shapes by name or specific properties like weight, area, and radius of gyration.
Supports real-time conversion of all shape properties into various metric and imperial units.
Features Retina-optimized graphics, device rotation support, and a choice between light and dark themes.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Dormant developmentShow more...
3 versions in history. Development pace: zombie.
Who built it?
Matteo Rossi
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Steel Profiles
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What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for Steel Profiles AISC
How's the Reference market?
The rivals identified
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By David Homes
Both applications target structural engineers by digitizing AISC steel shape databases, creating direct competition for professional reference utility.
- Steel Shapes includes historic steel libraries, whereas Steel Profiles AISC focuses on current standard shapes.
- Steel Shapes operates on a paid model, while Steel Profiles AISC provides free access to data.
- Steel Shapes offers over 18,000 entries across 18 libraries, exceeding the scope of standard reference tools.
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Key takeaways for Steel Profiles AISC
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers a robust database for structural reference, recent user feedback indicates potential compatibility issues with newer hardware.
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