2.2 - Where
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Practice Questions
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What is column buckling?
💡 Hint: Think of how columns may fail under too much weight.
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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What is the formula for the critical load Pcr in column buckling?
💡 Hint: Look for the formula that includes π².
True or False: A fixed-fixed column has the shortest effective length.
💡 Hint: Think about which condition provides the most support.
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Challenge Problems
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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.
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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