Rotational Stiffness Calculator

Free calculate torsional stiffness k = g×j/l for shafts and rods. determine rotational spring constant for mechanical systems.

Input Parameters

For circular shaft: J = πr⁴/2

Results

Enter parameters to calculate rotational stiffness

Rotational Stiffness Formula

Formula

k = (G × J) / L

Where:

  • • k = rotational stiffness (N·m/rad)
  • • G = shear modulus (Pa)
  • • J = polar moment of inertia (m⁴)
  • • L = length (m)

Polar Moment of Inertia

For circular shaft:

J = πr⁴/2

Where r is the radius

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