CalcForge
Automate structural calculations with open-source engineering tools
Target Audience
- Civil Engineers
- Structural Designers
- Construction Project Managers
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Overview
CalcForge provides free, community-driven engineering calculators for structural analysis, geotechnical projects, and tunnel design. The open-source platform lets engineers customize tools and access a growing database of construction project references.
Key Features
Open-Source Framework
Customize tools and run locally for complete control
Specialized Calculators
30+ pre-built tools for beam analysis to tunnel design
Project Databases
Access reference designs for bridges, dams, and houses
Community Collaboration
Contribute calculators via GitHub/Discord community
Use Cases
Analyze 2D structural beams
Search bridge design references
Estimate tunnel construction costs
Design concrete sections
Calculate foundation settlement
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Completely free and open-source
- Growing library of specialized engineering tools
- Community-driven development model
- Self-hostable solution for teams
Cons
- Requires technical skill for customization
- No mobile apps for field use
Frequently Asked Questions
What does open-source mean for engineering tools?
Allows full access to modify code and self-host calculators while contributing to community improvements
Can I add my own calculators?
Yes, via GitHub contributions and Discord community collaboration
How does this relate to Civils.ai?
CalcForge is the open-source toolset from Civils.ai's commercial AI engineering platform
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