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estimate_structural_load

Determine safe load capacity of a cantilevered section based on material, cross-section, length, and layer orientation.

Instructions

Estimate safe structural load for a cantilevered section.

        Args:
            material: Material ID (e.g. "petg", "nylon", "polycarbonate").
            cross_section_mm2: Effective load-bearing cross section in mm^2.
            cantilever_length_mm: Cantilever length in mm.
            load_across_layers: True when load is oriented across layers
                (stronger); False when along layer bonds (weaker).
        

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
materialYes
cross_section_mm2Yes
load_across_layersNo
cantilever_length_mmYes
Behavior3/5

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Conciseness5/5

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Completeness2/5

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Parameters5/5

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The description adds significant meaning beyond the schema, which has 0% coverage. It explains each parameter with examples (e.g., material IDs) and clarifies physical meaning (e.g., load across layers vs along bonds). Fully compensates for lack of schema descriptions.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool estimates safe structural load for a cantilevered section, using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes from general load estimation by specifying 'cantilevered section', though does not explicitly differentiate from siblings like assess_load_bearing or analyze_structural_risks.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

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