5.2 Weld Group Analysis (`welds`)

5.2 Weld Group Analysis

Weld strength and stress distribution

Standards catalog

Validation: beta · Method band: formula

Indicative method: Indicative closed-form or numerical model

Linear elastic material behavior unless noted otherwise.
User is responsible for load combinations and load factors per the selected design code.

Does not replace a licensed professional engineer or official code compliance review.

Check	IND	US	EU	ISO
Throat shear utilization	implemented	implemented	implemented	implemented
Combined throat stress	implemented	implemented	implemented	implemented
Eccentric weld group moment	implemented	implemented	implemented	implemented

Purpose: Fillet/butt weld throat stress under shear and axial load.

Method: Closed-form

A_t = a_t \times L \times n_w $$[^implemented-throat-shear-and-combined-stress-aws] - **Resultant throat stress:**

\sigma_{eq} = \sqrt{\tau^2 + \sigma^2}

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Maintainer note: Stress-distribution equations with room for consistency upgrades.

5.2 Weld Group Analysis