CalcForge
PaidOpen source calculators for civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering
About CalcForge
CalcForge is an open-source engineering software platform designed for civil, mechanical, and electrical professional designers and students. It provides free engineering calculators and allows collaboration on Python projects using calculation templates. The platform aims to build the future of construction software by fostering a community of engineers and academics who contribute to and utilize open-source tools.
How to Use
Use the free open-source engineering calculators available on the website. Collaborate on Python projects by accessing the GitHub repository, creating your own calculators, and submitting pull requests. Join the Discord server to connect with other engineers and academics.
Key Features
- Free open-source engineering calculators
- Collaborative Python project environment
- Open-source code access via GitHub
- Community forum for collaboration and support
Use Cases
- Structural analysis (beam, frame, truss)
- Geotechnical engineering calculations (bearing capacity, slope stability)
- Tunnel design and analysis
- Formwork and scaffold design
- Accessing and contributing to engineering design databases
Key Features
Pros & Cons
- Free tier available with no time limit
- Open-source code allows for transparency and customization
- Large collection of domain-specific engineering calculators
- Community-driven with active Discord and GitHub contributions
- Training certifications offered to upskill engineers
- One-time payment for lifetime access unlocks all features (training, datasets, code repos)
- Free tier limited to basic tools and locked features
- Full access requires a one-time payment of $190
- No mobile app mentioned
- Features page currently returns an error
- No explicit API or integration documentation
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