3 - Boundary Conditions and Effective Lengths
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Practice Questions
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What is the effective length for a pinned-pinned column?
💡 Hint: Think about how the ends are supported.
Which column condition offers the least stability?
💡 Hint: Determine which setup allows the most movement.
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What is the effective length of a fixed-fixed column?
💡 Hint: Think about how fixed supports limit movement.
True or False: A pinned-pinned column uses its actual length as the effective length.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of supports on the effective length.
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A structural engineer needs to determine the effective length for a 12-meter column that is fixed-pinned. Calculate the L_eff and argue its importance in preventing buckling.
💡 Hint: Recall the formula for effective lengths based on boundary conditions.
If a structural element is to be designed with the lowest effective length for a maximum load capacity, what boundary condition should it be? Justify your choice based on your calculations.
💡 Hint: Consider how each condition affects the effective lengths and the stability they provide.
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