Physics · Mechanics of Materials
For which of the following column end conditions is the expression of Euler's crippling load P = 2EIπ2L2 applicable? (where L = actual length of column, E = modulus of elasticity of material, and I = minimum moment of inertia of column cross-section)
- 1One end is fixed and the other end is free.
- 2Both ends of the column are fixed.
- 3One end is fixed and the other end is hinged.✓
- 4Both ends of the column are hinged.
Correct answer
One end is fixed and the other end is hinged.
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