Practice Where - 2.2 | Column Buckling | Mechanics of Deformable Solids
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is column buckling?

💡 Hint: Think of how columns may fail under too much weight.

Question 2

Easy

State the formula for Euler's critical load.

💡 Hint: Recall the components of critical load involve E, I, and effective length.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the formula for the critical load Pcr in column buckling?

  • Pcr = μ / (Leff)^2
  • Pcr = π²EI / (Leff)²
  • Pcr = 2EI / (Leff)

💡 Hint: Look for the formula that includes π².

Question 2

True or False: A fixed-fixed column has the shortest effective length.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about which condition provides the most support.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A 3m fixed-pinned column experiences a compressive load of 50kN. Calculate the effective length and assess the risk of buckling.

💡 Hint: Calculate Pcr and compare it with your given load.

Question 2

Design a column to withstand eccentric loading conditions considering both axial and bending stresses.

💡 Hint: Use the total stress formula and evaluate normal versus bending stress.

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